Electrician

Aerotek; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Electrician for industrial construction sites in Brownsville, TX. The role involves installing, testing, and commissioning electrical equipment, including 480V systems, while following safety standards and procedures.

You will read complex drawings, perform wiring and termination, and document results. The position requires travel, overtime, and outdoor work in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 5+ years of industrial electrical construction experience preferred.
• Ability to read construction drawings, one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and work packages.
• Experience with electrical test tools used in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical equipment and infrastructure on industrial construction sites.
• Terminate conduit, tray, duct bank, and 480V systems.
• Perform electrical testing, troubleshooting, and energization activities.
• Read drawings and plan work from schematics and work packages.
• Document test results and as-built changes clearly.

Skills

Industrial experience

Conduit bending

Wiring & cable installation

Reading drawings

NFPA 70E knowledge

LOTO procedures

Troubleshooting

Physical stamina

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Multimeters

Meggers

Ammeters

Job description

Job Title: Electrician

Job Description

This role focuses on installing, testing, and commissioning industrial electrical equipment and infrastructure on active construction sites. You will work with 480V systems and a wide range of electrical components, perform detailed electrical testing and troubleshooting, and support project energization and closeout. The position requires strong technical skills, the ability to interpret complex drawings and documentation, and strict adherence to safety standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical equipment and infrastructure, including breakers, transformers, switches, conduit, cable, wiring, and 480V systems.
• Install and terminate conduit, tray, duct bank, cable, and 480V electrical systems in an industrial construction environment.
• Perform electrical testing, quality checks, troubleshooting, commissioning, energization, and project closeout activities.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and work packages to plan and execute work accurately.
• Document work performed, electrical test results, and as-built changes in a clear and organized manner.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), grounding procedures, NFPA 70E standards, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements at all times.
• Safely operate common electrical test tools, hand tools, and power tools, as well as vehicles and equipment on active construction sites.
• Pull wire and bend conduit, ensuring neat, code-compliant installations.
• Adapt quickly to changing roles and responsibilities in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Support varying schedules driven by site operational needs, including frequent overtime, night shifts, weekend work, and extended shifts during construction and energization.
• Travel frequently on a construction rotation, working at different project sites as needed.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting, climbing, and working in cramped positions and at elevated heights.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of industrial electrical construction experience installing conduit, tray, duct bank, cable, and 480V terminations.
• Strong experience with electrical installation, including conduit bending, pulling wire, cable installation, and electrical wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and work packages.
• Proficiency with common electrical test tools, including multimeters, meggers, and ammeters.
• Proficiency with construction hand tools and power tools used in electrical work.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical safety standards.
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and grounding practices.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting on electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, work at heights, work in confined spaces, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, overtime, and extended shifts during construction and energization.
• Ability and willingness to travel 80% or more on a construction rotation.
• Ability to rapidly adapt to changing tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Experience working on active construction sites in an industrial setting.
• Comfort with general labor tasks associated with electrical construction.
• Ability to stand for up to 6 hours per day and sit for up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to push and pull up to 75 pounds (unassisted) for 12 hours per day.
• Ability to reach overhead for up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to walk for extended periods as required by site conditions.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values safety, technical excellence, and professionalism in a dynamic construction environment. The role offers significant hands‑on experience with complex industrial electrical systems, frequent opportunities to work on diverse projects at different locations, and the chance to develop and refine your skills with advanced tools and procedures. With overtime opportunities, per diem while on site, and a culture that rewards adaptability and reliability, this position provides strong support for both professional growth and financial stability.

Work Environment

This is an outdoor, onsite construction environment that is fast‑paced and physically demanding. You will work on active construction sites with exposure to fumes, odors, noise, heat, cold, and rain. The schedule varies based on site operational needs and frequently includes overtime, weekend work, night shifts, and extended hours during critical construction and energization phases. The role requires standing for up to 6 hours per day, sitting for up to 3 hours, pushing and pulling up to 75 pounds unassisted for 12 hours, overhead reaching for up to 3 hours, and regular walking. You will often work in cramped positions, on ladders and lifts at elevated heights, and in confined spaces, using standard construction tools and electrical test equipment while following all safety and PPE requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brownsville, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brownsville,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.