Electrician

Job Title: Electrician
Job Description

This role focuses on installing and supporting fire alarm systems and Vesda air quality systems within a large, multi-building data center construction project. You will work with electrical wiring, conduit, and related components to ensure safe, accurate, and code-compliant installations across several buildings in various phases of construction.

Responsibilities

• Pull fire alarm cable throughout the data center buildings in accordance with project plans and safety standards.
• Terminate fire alarm devices and panels, ensuring clean, reliable, and code-compliant connections.
• Install Vesda air quality systems, including running associated wiring and mounting equipment as specified in project drawings.
• Pull electrical wire and route it through conduit and other pathways as required by the installation design.
• Bend and install conduit to support fire alarm and electrical wiring, maintaining neat and organized runs.
• Read and interpret blueprints and electrical drawings to determine cable routes, device locations, and installation details.
• Measure and mark installation locations accurately using a tape measure and other basic layout tools.
• Follow all site safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment at all times.
• Collaborate with other trades and team members on-site to coordinate work and maintain project schedules.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle tools, materials, and equipment responsibly.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience pulling electrical wire in a construction or industrial environment.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and electrical drawings to complete installations accurately.
• Proficiency using a tape measure for precise layout and measurement.
• Practical experience with electrical work, including working with fire alarm systems and related components.
• Ability to bend and install conduit to support cable runs.
• Comfort working in large, active construction sites with multiple buildings under development.
• Strong commitment to safety and consistent use of personal protective equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience installing or terminating fire alarm systems.
• Experience working with Vesda or other air quality detection systems.
• Familiarity with data center or mission-critical facility environments.
• Ability to work extended shifts and a 50-hour work week as needed.
• Capability to work either first or second shift based on project requirements.

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, ongoing data center construction project that offers consistent full-time hours and the opportunity for substantial overtime. The site provides a structured schedule, a clear scope of work, and the chance to gain valuable experience with fire alarm and advanced air quality systems in a complex, multi-building environment. Daily per diem is available for days worked, adding meaningful additional value to your compensation package.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a large data center construction environment with multiple buildings under construction and additional phases planned. The site is active and fast-paced, with seven buildings currently in progress and more scheduled in future phases. Standard first shift runs Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with 10-hour days and approximately 50-hour work weeks. A second shift is also available Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to midnight. The dress code includes jeans, a t-shirt, and steel-toed boots with at least a 6-inch ankle. Required PPE includes a Type 2 hardhat (provided if needed), cut level 2 safety gloves, and a high-visibility vest supplied on-site. You will work primarily with electrical tools, conduit, wiring, fire alarm devices, and Vesda air quality equipment in an indoor construction setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfax, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $35.00/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 Fairfax,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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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