Journeymen Electrician

Aerotek; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Aerotek in New York, NY is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for contract-to-hire work on local NYC projects. You will perform rough-in, read prints, install conduit, switch gear, and run BX/MC cable.

The role requires SST 10-hour, OSHA 30, Lift certifications and over 8 years of commercial electrical experience; on-site start at 7:00 am and drug tests at specific sites. Compensation ranges $33.00-$38.00 per hour with benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have SST 10-hour and OSHA 30 certifications.
• Over 8 years of commercial electrical experience.
• Proficient in rough-in work, conduit installation and panel wiring.
• Ability to read rough-in prints and run BX/MC cable.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough-in work and interpret rough-in prints.
• Install conduit and switch gear.
• Run BX and MC cable, and execute roughing tasks.
• Troubleshoot and wire panels.
• Bend conduit and perform pipe bending.
• Execute electrical deck work and work with electrical raceways.
• Riser work, including conduit risers.
• Set up Kindorf racks and perform service work.
• Pull service wire and install outlets, switches, and devices.
• Splice cables and install boxes and panels.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Pipe bending

Rough-in work

Three‑way switch wiring

Conduit installation

Panel wiring

Outlets and devices

Education

SST 10-hour certification

OSHA 30 certification

Lift certification

8+ years commercial electrical experience

Job description

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Electrician to join our team. The role requires expertise in rough-in work and the ability to read and interpret rough-in prints. The ideal candidate will be proficient in installing conduit, switch gear, and performing terminations, as well as running BX and MC cable.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough-in work and interpret rough-in prints.
• Install conduit and switch gear.
• Run BX and MC cable, and execute roughing tasks.
• Troubleshoot and wire panels.
• Bend conduit and perform pipe bending.
• Execute electrical deck work and work with electrical raceways.
• Perform riser work, including electric and conduit risers.
• Set up Kindorf racks and perform service work.
• Pull service wire and install outlets, switches, and devices.
• Splice cables and install boxes and panels.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and pipe bending.
• Experience with electrical deck work and high-rise deck work.
• Competency in installing and troubleshooting smurf tube and electrical raceways.
• Ability to perform riser work and conduit risers.
• Familiarity with Kindorf racks and service work.
• Skill in pulling MC and BX cable, and performing terminations.
• Experience in installing outlets, switches, and devices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• SST 10-hour certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Lift certification.
• Over 8 years of commercial electrical experience.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading firm in NYC with opportunities for growth and advancement. Enjoy competitive pay rates and benefits, and work on local projects within NYC.

Work Environment

Projects begin at 7:00 am, and candidates must sign in and out daily with the foremen. All necessary PPE, tools, SST, and OSHA 30 certifications must be on hand at all times. Technical skills will be evaluated, particularly in pipe work, panel wiring, and three-way switch wiring. Foremen assess attitude, task completion speed, and confidence in independent work. A drug test is mandated for specific sites.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail] . Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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