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Journeyman Electrician Data Center Project | Papillion, NE
MUST BE LICENSED
Active journeyman electrician license required. Location: Papillion, NE Job Type: Full-time, contract Pay: $50-55/hr + $178/day per diem Schedule: MonFri 6:00 AM6:00 PM, Sat 6:00 AM4:00 PM
About the Job
Join a high-profile, large-scale data center build and put your journeyman skills to work. You will install, route, and terminate electrical systems for mission-critical infrastructure. This is steady, full-time work with long shifts, so your earning potential is strong.
Why You'll Love This Job
- Consistent full-time hours with extended shifts and strong earning potential
- Daily per diem, paid 7 days a week, for eligible workers
- Hands-on work with modern, large-scale electrical systems
- A professional site that values safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork
- A chance to build your experience on complex, high-density projects
What You'll Do
- Install, route, and secure electrical wiring to code and project specs
- Pull wire, including setting up, feeding, and organizing conductors through conduit and pathways
- Build and install cable tray systems for power and control cables
- Measure, cut, bend, and mount large overhead conduit
- Terminate wire in panels, junction boxes, equipment, and devices, with proper labeling and torque
- Read and follow electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts
- Use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment safely
- Follow all site safety rules, including lockout/tagout
- Coordinate with other electricians and trades to meet project deadlines
- Keep your work area clean and organized
Required Qualifications
- MUST BE LICENSED: Active journeyman electrician license in Nebraska, or a journeyman license from a reciprocating state (AR, CO, ID, IA, MN, MT, NM, ND, OK, SD, TX, WY) with the ability to reciprocate to Nebraska
- Wire pulling experience on commercial or industrial projects
- Hands-on experience building and installing cable tray
- Experience installing large overhead conduit, including measuring, cutting, bending, and securing
- Ability to make accurate, neat terminations
- Strong knowledge of electrical codes and safe work practices
- Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts
- Able to work safely at heights, on ladders, and on lifts
- Able to perform repetitive tasks, lift materials, and work extended shifts on a construction site
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience on large-scale commercial, industrial, or data center projects
- Familiarity with structured cable management and high-density electrical installations
- Comfort in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Attention to detail and a commitment to clean, code-compliant work
Work Environment
You will work mainly on an active construction site, at heights and around heavy equipment. You will use standard electrician tools, power tools, and materials such as conduit, cable tray, and wiring. Licensed journeyman electricians: ready to power the next data center build? Apply today!
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Grand Island, NE.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Grand Island,NE.
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.