Electrician

Aerotek
Somerset, KY

Job Title: Electrical Foreman
Job Description

This role oversees and performs electrical installation work on new commercial and industrial construction projects. The Electrical Foreman installs, routes, and terminates electrical and network cabling, conduits, lighting, and devices while ensuring work meets quality, safety, and schedule expectations.

Responsibilities

  • Install, route, and secure electrical and network cabling in commercial and industrial new construction environments.
  • Run EMT, rigid, and PVC conduits from ½ inch to 4 inch, using both manual and power threading and bending equipment.
  • Set up and pull cables and conductors through conduit using manual and powered pulling methods.
  • Install and terminate lighting fixtures and various wiring devices as directed.
  • Perform electrical terminations on panels, equipment, and control systems under direction and in accordance with project requirements.
  • Use power tools and equipment safely and correctly by following safety and operational manuals.
  • Interpret and follow instructions from supervision, completing assigned tasks accurately and on time.
  • Maintain and use personal hand tools required for electrical and cabling work.
  • Work overtime when required, including on short notice when project needs demand.
  • Follow all site safety requirements, including proper use of PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe footwear, and high-visibility vest.
Essential Skills
  • Minimum 2 years of verifiable experience performing electrical and network cable work in commercial and/or industrial environments.
  • Demonstrated experience with commercial construction electrical work, including bending conduit and pipe.
  • Proficiency in running EMT, rigid, and PVC conduit from ½ inch to 4 inch using manual and power threading and bending equipment.
  • Ability to set up and pull cables and conductors in conduit using manual and powered means.
  • Ability to install and terminate lighting and various wiring devices as directed.
  • Skill in performing electrical terminations on panels, equipment, and control systems.
  • Ability to use power tools safely and effectively by following safety and operational manuals.
  • Ability to follow direction from supervision and complete tasks in a timely manner.
  • Possession of appropriate personal tools for electrical and cabling work.
  • Willingness and ability to work overtime, including when it cannot be scheduled in advance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in new construction commercial projects.
  • Experience working in both commercial and industrial job sites.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
  • No formal certifications required for this role.
  • No medical examination required for this role.
Why Work Here?

Join a team that focuses on high-quality commercial and industrial new construction projects where your technical skills and craftsmanship are valued. You will work with professional supervision in an environment that emphasizes safety, reliable equipment, and clear expectations. The role offers the opportunity to develop and demonstrate advanced skills in conduit work, cabling, and terminations while contributing to complex and impactful projects.

Work Environment

Work takes place on new construction and commercial job sites, primarily in commercial and industrial settings. The environment involves active construction areas with other trades present, requiring consistent use of PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe footwear, and a high-visibility vest. Work is hands-on and physically active, involving the use of manual and powered threading and bending equipment, cable pulling tools, and other power tools. Schedules follow typical construction hours, with overtime required at times and not always scheduled in advance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Somerset, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00/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 Somerset,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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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