Journeyman Electrician

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician

Job Description

A licensed Journeyman Electrician is needed for a 1.5month contract to lead a lighting retrofit project. In this role, you oversee the removal and installation of new lighting systems, run wiring, install outlets and ballasts, and ensure all electrical work meets safety and quality standards. You guide a team of lighting technicians by reading and interpreting plans, delegating tasks, and coordinating with operations to meet project milestones and provide regular job updates.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical scope of a lighting retrofit project from start to finish.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and schematics to determine work requirements and sequencing.
• Run electrical wire, install outlets, ballasts, and a variety of lighting fixtures in a commercial environment.
• Perform electrical installation work in accordance with applicable codes, safety regulations, and company standards.
• Delegate tasks and provide direction to lighting technicians and other crew members on site.
• Coordinate daily activities and milestones with operations, providing clear job status updates.
• Troubleshoot electrical and lighting issues and resolve them promptly to keep the project on schedule.
• Maintain a safe work area by following OSHA and site safety requirements and using appropriate PPE.
• Support consistent project documentation and communication related to progress and any issues encountered.
• Travel to and work at the designated site according to the project schedule and shift requirements.

Essential Skills

• Valid TDLR Journeyman Electrician license.
• At least 5 years of electrical experience.
• Demonstrated commercial electrical experience.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Hands-on experience with lighting installation in commercial or institutional settings.
• Proficiency in running electrical wiring and installing outlets and lighting fixtures.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience working on travel-based or project-based electrical assignments.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills related to lighting systems.
• Ability to lead a small crew, delegate work, and coordinate activities on site.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 40 certification is a strong plus.
• Experience on government projects is highly desirable.
• Background in municipal, city, or hospital projects is beneficial.
• Bilingual communication skills are an advantage.
• Prior experience working with national or multi-site projects is helpful.

Why Work Here?

You join a national organization that focuses on government and municipal projects, providing a steady pipeline of work throughout the year. You gain exposure to large, professionally managed projects and structured safety practices, while building experience that can support long-term career growth. The project-based environment offers variety in assignments and locations, with opportunities to expand your skills across different types of facilities.

Work Environment

This role is based at an in Wharton, Texas, working on a dedicated retrofit project. The schedule follows a rotating pattern of eight days on and six days off, with a second shift typically running from 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., and approximately ten hours per workday. Depending on project workload, there may be opportunities for overtime, though it is not guaranteed. If you are located more than 70 miles from the job site, a per diem is available for days worked. The environment is a commercial facility where standard safety procedures and PPE are required. Dress code includes a solid work shirt, jeans, and steel-toe footwear; PPE such as gloves, hard hat, and safety glasses is provided on site. You are expected to bring your own tools to perform the electrical work effectively.

This is a Contract position based out of Wharton, TX.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: 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)

This is a Contract position based out of Wharton, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Wharton,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.

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.

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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):
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