Traveling Electrician – FAA Infrastructure / Airfield Systems

System One; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem provided

Travel expenses fully reimbursed

Health & Welfare benefits

Job summary

System One is actively seeking experienced Traveling Electricians to support a major FAA contract focused on upgrading critical navigation, communications, and weather monitoring systems across the U.S.

This fully travel-based role involves project work at airports and federal facilities nationwide, with rotations roughly every 6 weeks. The position offers a competitive pay rate, per diem, and fully reimbursed travel expenses.

Qualifications

• Experienced Electrician with 5+ years; no license required.
• Underground and above-ground electrical installations.
• Industrial, infrastructure, or construction environments experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to travel 100% nationwide.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to pass background, drug, MVR and DOT physical checks.

Responsibilities

• Install/upgrade FAA systems including ILS, PAPI, radar, RCAG.
• Perform trenching, conduit installation, and site infrastructure work.
• Operate construction equipment such as bobcat/mini excavator.
• Read and interpret drawings and project standards.
• Follow safety protocols and quality control procedures.
• Conduct site cleanup and restoration.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Read blueprints

Heavy equipment operation

Travel readiness

Safety protocols

Tools

Test equipment

Conduit installation tools

Job description

Traveling Electrician – FAA Infrastructure / Airfield Systems

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Long-term contract

Work Location: Nationwide (Central U.S. focus) – 100% Travel

Overview

System One is seeking experienced Traveling Electricians to support a major FAA contract (Technical Support Services Contract 5 – T5). This program supports critical upgrades to the U.S. National Airspace System, including navigation, communication, and weather monitoring systems.

This is a fully travel-based role, supporting projects at airports and remote federal facilities across the United States.

Compensation & Travel

• Pay Rate: $30–$40/hr (based on experience & wage determination by home county)


• Health & Welfare (H&W): Additional rate paid for first 40 hours/week


• Per Diem: Provided per GSA guidelines


• Travel Expenses: Fully reimbursed (airfare, lodging, mileage, rental vehicles, meals)


• Overtime: 10–20% typical during deployments

Note: Only working time (including travel time) is compensated. Rotations typically allow return home approximately every 6 weeks for about one week.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, approximately 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM


• Overtime and extended hours may be required during deployments

Key Responsibilities

• Install and upgrade FAA systems including:
  
  
  
  • Instrument Landing Systems (ILS)
  
  
  • Visual landing aids (PAPI, REIL)
  
  
  • Radar systems (ASR, ARSR)
  
  
  • Remote communications systems (RCAG, RTR)
  
  
  
  


• Perform electrical and construction-related tasks:
  
  
  
  • Trenching and conduit installation (PVC, duct banks)
  
  
  • Installation of handholes, manholes, and site infrastructure
  
  
  • Equipment installation on towers, poles, and steel structures
  
  
  
  


• Operate construction equipment (bobcat, mini excavator, ditch witch attachments)


• Conduct testing and troubleshooting using electrical/electronic test equipment


• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project standards


• Follow safety protocols and quality control procedures


• Perform site cleanup and restoration activities

Required Qualifications

• Must be an experienced Electrician (5+ years) No license required.


• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • Underground and above-ground electrical installations
  
  
  • Industrial, infrastructure, or construction environments
  
  
  • Civil work elements (trenching, conduit, concrete, etc.)
  
  
  
  


• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications


• Ability to operate or work around heavy equipment


• Willingness and ability to travel 100% nationwide

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship (required)


• Ability to pass:
  
  
  
  • Federal background check
  
  
  • Drug screening
  
  
  • Motor vehicle record check
  
  
  • DOT physical requirements
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification


• Experience with FAA, aviation, or airfield systems


• Strong customer interaction and communication skills


• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office for reporting)

About the Program

This position supports a long-term FAA initiative delivering modernization across all U.S. aviation regions. Work directly contributes to aviation safety, national security, and next-generation air traffic systems.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.