Electrician - Jackson, MS

Jacobs; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Jackson, MS is looking for an Electrician to maintain and repair critical electrical equipment for clients in a fast-paced environment. The role requires reading electrical and mechanical drawings, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license, with 1 year of related maintenance experience. Trade school or technical diploma is preferred.

Onsite work with competitive benefits. Base pay ranges from $56,000 to $78,000 annually and may be paid hourly based on hours worked.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with no major infractions.
• 1 year related commercial and industrial maintenance experience.
• Varied electrical and mechanical experience.
• Proven understanding of electrical system components and theory.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and equipment drawings.

Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s licenses with no major

1 year related commercial and

Varied electrical and mechanical

Proven understanding of electrical

Ability to read and understand

Education

Trade school or technical program diploma

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

As an Electrician based in Jackson, MS, you'll join a team of multi-discipline technical experts, ensuring that our clients can deliver their products and services – uninterrupted. We'll give you the tools to become an expert on the electrical systems that support our clients' operations and keep their people safe. You'll grow your expertise to help your team succeed in the safe and time-critical operation, maintenance and repair of mission-essential electrical equipment and components including low voltage facilities equipment.

Here’s what you'll need

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s licenses with no major infractions
• 1 year related commercial and industrial maintenance experience
• Varied electrical and mechanical experience
• Proven understanding of electrical system components and theory
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and equipment drawings

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Trade school or technical program diploma

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $56,000.00 to $78,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 21, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.