About this role
Project: QTS Data CenterLocation: Fairfax, Iowa
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay: $64.00/hour
- Per Diem: $175/day worked
- Project Duration: Approximately 2 years with long-term work available
- Schedule: 13 days on, 1 day off
- MondayFriday: 6:00 AM6:00 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 6:00 AM2:30 PM
- Weekly Hours: 68+ hours
Accepted Reciprocal States
Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Job Overview
Seeking experienced Licensed Journeyman Electricians for the QTS Data Center project in Fairfax, Iowa. This is a large-scale, long-term electrical project offering consistent overtime, strong per diem, steady hours, and the potential for long-term employment.
Key Responsibilities
- Install and terminate switchgear, electrical panels, transformers, and power distribution equipment.
- Install wiring and feeders according to blueprints, specifications, and electrical codes.
- Pull, route, secure, and terminate wire through conduit and cable tray systems.
- Perform equipment tie-ins and final electrical connections.
- Verify circuits, wiring, and terminations prior to energization.
- Assist with electrical testing, startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.
- Maintain compliance with all site safety procedures and quality standards.
- Coordinate with electricians, supervisors, and other trades to meet project schedules and deadlines.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfax, IA.
Pay and BenefitsThe 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 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 18, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fairfax,IA.
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
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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.