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Journeyman Electrician
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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$63,300 / year median in Iowa
+3% projected growth
Job Description
- Journeyman Electrician/Master
- Pay:
- $64/hr
- Per Diem:
- $175/day
- (7 days/week)
- Schedule:
- Full-time, 3.5 years of work for this project
- Hours:
- 60-70 hours per week
- Location:
- Iowa - Travel Required
- Project:
- Large-scale
- data center construction
- Position Overview
- We're seeking a
- Licensed Electrical Journeyman or Master Electrician
- to join a high‑performance team building a new hyperscale data center in Iowa. This is a travel assignment offering premium pay, consistent overtime potential, and a strong per diem package for 7 days a week.
- Key Responsibilities
- + Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems for a large data center build + Perform conduit work, terminations, switchgear installation, and panel work + Read and interpret electrical blueprints and schematics + Work safely within NEC standards and site-specific safety protocols + Collaborate with foremen, project managers, and other trades on fast‑paced milestones + Complete daily documentation and maintain high-quality workmanship •Required Qualifications•+ Active •Electrical Journeyman License•or •Master Electrician License•(Iowa reciprocity required) + 3+ years of commercial or industrial electrical experience + Ability to travel and work full-time in Iowa + Strong knowledge of NEC codes and large-scale electrical systems + Ability to work in a physically demanding construction environment This is a major data center build with cutting-edge infrastructure, long-term work, and a top-tier compensation package.
Ideal for electricians who want consistent hours, strong pay, and a high-profile project on their résumé.
- Job Type & Location
- This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.
- 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 & 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 Des Moines,IA.
- Application Deadline
- This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings