Journeyman Electrician 37hr

Aerotek is looking to hire several Journeyman Electrician for a new construction of a Data Center in Carteret, NJ. This is a 1st shift position and the pay is up to $37 an hour and you can start as soon as next week. If you meet the qualifications below, please apply to this job posting and an Aerotek Recruiter named Patrick will call you.

Title :

Journeyman Electrician Pay :

$25- $37 an hour

Location :

Carteret, NJ Shift :

1st shift

Description:

This role leads electrical installations on high-end retail and large commercial projects, ensuring safe, code-compliant, and high-quality work. You oversee conduit and wiring installations, fire alarm systems, lighting and dimming controls, and mechanical power connections while guiding and supporting field electricians. You apply strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and safety practices to deliver reliable installations on schedule. Responsibilities Bend, thread, and install EMT, aluminum, and galvanized conduit from 1/2" through 4" using manual and hydraulic benders, ensuring clean, accurate, and code-compliant runs. Operate pulling machines, threading tools, hydraulic benders, and related equipment safely and efficiently for conduit and wire installations. Read and interpret electrical drawings, reflected ceiling plans (RCPs), elevations, dimensions, and other construction documents to plan and execute installations accurately. Install, wire, and terminate fire alarm systems in accordance with fire alarm schematics and applicable NYC fire alarm codes, including devices, wiring, and terminations. Perform data cabling work including Cat6 and RJ45 terminations, ensuring proper labeling, routing, and testing as required. Install and wire receptacles, lighting fixtures, switching devices, and associated controls, including understanding and implementing dimming systems. Install, program, and troubleshoot lighting dimming systems and related control components to ensure proper operation and integration. Install and connect condensing units, air handlers, condensate pumps, and related mechanical equipment, including associated disconnects and control wiring. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carteret, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Carteret,NJ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.

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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): 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.