Licensed Journeyman Electrician : 49/Hr

Tradewise; Texas; On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

TradeWise Staffing Group is seeking 10 experienced, New Mexico Licensed Journeyman Electricians for a large-scale commercial and industrial project in Santa Teresa, NM. This is a temporary, full-time assignment with prevailing wage and overtime opportunities.

Hourly pay is $49.00 with potential per diem negotiations; schedule is day shift starting around 6:00 AM for approximately 60 days, beginning mid-November 2026.

Qualifications

• Active NM Journeyman Electrician License required.
• OSHA 10 Certification required.
• MEWP A+B Certifications required.
• Experience in industrial/commercial electrical construction.
• Ability to pass a background check and bring required tools and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial/industrial electrical systems.
• Assemble and install cable tray systems.
• Perform wire pulling, terminations, and equipment connections.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and blueprints.
• Ensure installations meet NEC and project specs.
• Operate scissor and boom lifts safely.
• Maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read blueprints

Independent worker

Safety conscious

Education

Active NM Journeyman Electrician License

Tools

OSHA 10

MEWP A+B Certifications

Job description

Job Location: Santa Teresa, NM

Pay: $49.00 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time Project-Based Assignment

Openings: 10

Job Description

TradeWise Staffing Group is seeking 10 experienced, New Mexico Licensed Journeyman Electricians for a large-scale commercial and industrial electrical infrastructure project located in Santa Teresa, NM.

This is an excellent opportunity for electricians with strong industrial installation experience looking for competitive prevailing wage compensation and overtime opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial and industrial electrical systems.
• Assemble and install electrical cable tray systems.
• Perform wire pulling, electrical terminations, and equipment connections.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and blueprints.
• Ensure electrical installations meet NEC and project specifications.
• Operate scissor lifts and boom lifts safely.
• Maintain a safe, productive, and organized work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Active New Mexico Journeyman Electrician License - REQUIRED
• OSHA 10 Certification
• MEWP A+B Certifications
• Experience in industrial and commercial electrical construction
• Ability to work independently and follow project specifications
• Ability to pass a background check
• Must provide standard journeyman electrician hand tools and required PPE

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous data center construction experience
• Large-scale electrical infrastructure experience
• Strong knowledge of cable tray installations and industrial terminations

Compensation & Schedule

• Hourly Pay: $49.00
• Prevailing Wage Project Overtime: Available, based on project schedule
• Per Diem: Under negotiation; not currently guaranteed
• Schedule: Day shift, anticipated 6:00 AM start
• Duration: Approximately 60 days, subject to project needs
• Anticipated Start Date: Mid-November 2026

TradeWise Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

TradeWise is a start-up on the rise, and we're building something big from the ground up. We pride ourselves on a culture rooted in hard work, dedication, and true ownership. Where the people who show up and deliver help shape the direction of the company.

What sets us apart is how we treat people. We take care of our tradespeople, internal colleagues, vendor partners, and clients equally.