Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Aerotek; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Licensed Journeyman Electrician for the QTS Data Center project. The position is based in Billings, MT with a contract-to-hire path and long-term potential.

Expect 68+ hours weekly with overtime, competitive pay at $64/hour, and per diem. You will install switchgear, panels, transformers, and wiring per blueprints, while coordinating with the team to meet schedules and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed Journeyman Electrician with field experience on data center projects.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and blueprints.
• Wamiliar with safety standards and quality procedures on large sites.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate switchgear, electrical panels, transformers, and power distribution equipment.
• Install wiring and feeders according to blueprints, specifications, and electrical codes.
• Pull, route, secure, and terminate wire through conduit and cable tray systems.
• Perform equipment tie-ins and final electrical connections.
• Verify circuits, wiring, and terminations prior to energization.
• Assist with electrical testing, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
• Maintain compliance with all site safety procedures and quality standards.
• Coordinate with electricians, supervisors, and other trades to meet project schedules and deadlines.

Job description

Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Project: QTS Data Center

Location: Fairfax, Iowa

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $64.00/hour

• Per Diem: $175/day worked

• Project Duration: Approximately 2 years with long-term work available

• MondayFriday: 6:00 AM6:00 PM

• Saturday & Sunday: 6:00 AM2:30 PM

• Weekly Hours: 68+ hours

Accepted Reciprocal States

Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Job Overview

Seeking experienced Licensed Journeyman Electricians for the QTS Data Center project in Fairfax, Iowa . This is a large-scale, long-term electrical project offering consistent overtime, strong per diem, steady hours, and the potential for long-term employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and terminate switchgear, electrical panels, transformers, and power distribution equipment.

• Install wiring and feeders according to blueprints, specifications, and electrical codes.

• Pull, route, secure, and terminate wire through conduit and cable tray systems.

• Perform equipment tie-ins and final electrical connections.

• Verify circuits, wiring, and terminations prior to energization.

• Assist with electrical testing, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning.

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

• Maintain compliance with all site safety procedures and quality standards.

• Coordinate with electricians, supervisors, and other trades to meet project schedules and deadlines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Billings, MT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $64.00 - $64.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Billings, MT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Billings,MT.

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.