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Aerotek; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity vesting

Per diem

Travel opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking Traveling Electricians (Low Voltage & Medium Voltage) to support installation and commissioning on large-scale industrial and data center projects in Southaven, MS. The role requires extensive travel (80%+), 480V/415V work, and a willingness to relocate as needed.

You will install, terminate, test, and energize electrical systems, read blueprints, and ensure compliance with NFPA 70E and LOTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial or data center electrical experience.
• Experience with 415V/480V systems, switchgear, busway, PDU/UPS.
• Familiar with MSBs, grounding, and terminations.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams.
• NFPA 70E and LOTO knowledge required.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate conduit, cable tray, underground duct banks, cable, and wire systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams, and electrical drawings.
• Install, land, torque, and energize electrical equipment according to specifications.
• Perform 480V building and feeder installations.
• Support commissioning and first energization of new electrical systems.
• Follow safety procedures, including NFPA 70E and LOTO requirements.
• Utilize testing equipment such as multimeters, meggeres, and ammeters.
• Work safely in outdoor environments, at heights, and in confined spaces.

Skills

Industrial electrical experience

Data center experience

Blueprints interpretation

NFPA 70E safety

LOTO knowledge

Job description

Traveling Electrician (Low Voltage & Medium Voltage)

Location: Southaven, MS

Pay: $30.00 - $60.00/hour (60.00-70.00 For foreman) (based on experience) + Overtime

Per Diem: $160/day

Travel: 80%+ travel required on rotation schedules

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Electricians to support the installation and commissioning of electrical systems on large-scale industrial and data center projects. This role involves installing, terminating, testing, and energizing new electrical infrastructure. Candidates must have strong experience in industrial or data center electrical work and be willing to travel extensively to project sites.

This is not a facilities maintenance, service, or plant operations role.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate conduit, cable tray, underground duct banks, cable, and wire systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams, and electrical drawings.
• Install, land, torque, and energize electrical equipment according to specifications.
• Perform 480V building and feeder installations.
• Support commissioning and first energization of new electrical systems.
• Follow all safety procedures, including NFPA 70E and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Utilize testing equipment such as multimeters, meggers, and ammeters.
• Work safely in outdoor environments, at heights, and in confined spaces.

Low Voltage Electrician Requirements

• Active State Journeyman Electrician License preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial or data center electrical experience .
• Experience with:
• 415V / 480V electrical systems
• Switchgear
• Busway systems
• PDU/UPS installations
• Main Switchboards (MSBs)
• Grounding systems
• Strong experience with electrical terminations and hands-on installation work.
• Ability to work from electrical prints and drawings.

Medium Voltage Electrician Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of Medium Voltage experience (5kV+) .
• Documented experience performing 15kV and/or 35kV cable terminations .
• Experience with:
• Medium Voltage Switchgear (MVSG)
• Generator Step-Up Transformers (GSUs)
• 15kV and 35kV cable installations
• Underground duct banks
• Hipot and VLF testing support
• Working adjacent to energized medium-voltage systems
• Knowledge of OSHA 1910.269, NFPA 70E, and LOTO procedures.
• Experience working on systems ranging from 12.47kV, 13.8kV, and 34.5kV .

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial or data center electrical experience .
• Experience installing:
• Conduit
• Cable Tray
• Duct Bank
• Feeder Cable
• Electrical Terminations
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams, and work packages.
• Proficient with electrical testing equipment and hand/power tools.
• NFPA 70E and LOTO knowledge required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically demanding work.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work overtime.

Compensation & Benefits

• $30.00 - $60.00/hour , 60-70 for foreman based on experience.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• $160/day per diem while traveling.
• Long-term opportunities supporting major data center projects.
• Upon permanent hire, employees receive $25,000 in company equity , vesting over four years:
  1. 25% after Year 1
  2. 6.25% vested quarterly thereafter until fully vested.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southaven, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $70.00/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)

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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Southaven,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.