Electrician

Aerotek; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for commercial construction and mission–critical data center projects in Northern Virginia, based out of Warrenton, VA. The role involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex electrical systems to ensure reliable power and uptime.

You will read blueprints, install conduit, work with switchgear and UPS, and follow OSHA safety guidelines on active sites. This contract-to-hire position offers onsite work and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Journeyman Electrician in commercial construction environments.
• Hands-on experience in data center electrical work.
• Mission-critical project experience supporting continuous power and uptime requirements.
• Strong proficiency in installing and troubleshooting electrical systems, including AC/DC motors, control panels, PLCs, switches, and transformers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Skilled in bending and installing conduit for various applications.
• Experience working with switchgear and UPS systems.
• Current OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (required).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in commercial construction and data center environments.
• Interpret and work from blueprints to plan and execute electrical installations.
• Determine methods and sequences for installing electrical fixtures and equipment, including AC/DC motors, control panels, PLCs, switches, and transformers.
• Measure, cut, and bend conduit accurately to support clean and efficient electrical routing.
• Install electrical equipment, wiring, and components according to project specifications and applicable codes.
• Perform diagnostic testing and troubleshooting on electrical systems to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Work with switchgear and UPS systems in mission-critical and data center settings to ensure continuous power availability.
• Apply safe work practices at all times, following OSHA guidelines and site-specific safety procedures.
• Collaborate with construction teams and other trades to coordinate installation sequences and meet project schedules.
• Operate safely from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Journeyman Electrician

Data center electrical work

Reading blueprints

Conduit bending

Switchgear/UPS experience

OSHA 10/30

Safety compliance

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician Job Description

This role supports commercial and mission-critical construction projects throughout the Northern Virginia market. The Journeyman Electrician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots a wide range of electrical systems, contributing to high-profile data center and mission-critical environments while ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in commercial construction and data center environments.
• Interpret and work from blueprints to plan and execute electrical installations.
• Determine methods and sequences for installing electrical fixtures and equipment, including AC/DC motors, control panels, PLCs, switches, and transformers.
• Measure, cut, and bend conduit accurately to support clean and efficient electrical routing.
• Install electrical equipment, wiring, and components according to project specifications and applicable codes.
• Perform diagnostic testing and troubleshooting on electrical systems to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Work with switchgear and UPS systems in mission-critical and data center settings to ensure continuous power availability.
• Apply safe work practices at all times, following OSHA guidelines and site-specific safety procedures.
• Collaborate with construction teams and other trades to coordinate installation sequences and meet project schedules.
• Operate safely from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a Journeyman Electrician in commercial construction environments.
• Hands-on experience in data center electrical work.
• Mission-critical project experience supporting continuous power and uptime requirements.
• Strong proficiency in installing and troubleshooting electrical systems, including AC/DC motors, control panels, PLCs, switches, and transformers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Skilled in bending and installing conduit for various applications.
• Experience working with switchgear and UPS systems.
• Current OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (required).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in commercial construction and data center environments.
• Familiarity with mission-critical infrastructure and continuous power systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex electrical issues.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and other trades.
• Solid understanding of electrical safety practices and regulatory compliance.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers long-term stability with a growing organization and the potential for permanent placement after the contract period. You gain exposure to high-profile data center and mission-critical projects, expanding your experience with cutting-edge electrical systems while building a strong career path in a dynamic and evolving industry.

Work Environment

Work takes place in commercial construction and data center settings, with a mix of indoor and outdoor tasks depending on the project phase. The role involves working from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. You will operate within active construction sites and technologically advanced facilities, following established safety protocols and adapting to changing project conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Warrenton, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warrenton,VA.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.