Job Title: Commercial Electrician
Job Description
The Commercial Electrician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots electrical equipment and systems in commercial, industrial, and critical power environments. This role involves reading blueprints, laying out work for execution, leading helpers, and performing conduit and wiring tasks to ensure safe and reliable electrical installations.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to plan and execute electrical work accurately.
Lay out work for each job, including determining routing for conduit and wiring and organizing materials and tools.
Lead and direct helpers in the completion of electrical installations and related tasks on site.
Bend conduit and pipe, including EMT and rigid, to specified measurements and configurations.
Perform rough-in wiring and conduit bending for commercial and industrial construction projects.
Install switches, light fixtures, and other electrical components according to code and project specifications.
Troubleshoot, repair, and replace electrical equipment and systems in commercial, industrial, and critical power environments.
Apply knowledge of local, state, and federal electrical codes to ensure all work meets regulatory and safety standards.
Use appropriate tools and testing equipment to verify proper installation, operation, and safety of electrical systems.
Communicate effectively with fellow employees and customers to maintain productive and satisfactory work conditions.
Perform any other duties or assignments as management deems necessary to support project completion and site operations.
Essential Skills
Proven experience as a mechanic, journeyman-level, or equivalent commercial electrician.
Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings.
Strong experience running conduit, including EMT and rigid, in commercial or industrial settings.
Hands-on experience with wiring, light fixture installation, and related electrical components.
Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards.
Proficiency in conduit bending, pipe bending, and rough-in wiring techniques.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment safely and efficiently.
Experience working in construction environments, including industrial and critical power projects.
Capability to lead helpers and work as a foreman-level electrician when required.
Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members and interacting with customers.
Competence in using standard electrical tools and testing equipment to complete jobs accurately and safely.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Background as a foreman, electrician, mechanic, or journeyman in commercial or industrial electrical work.
Familiarity with industrial and construction environments, including critical power applications.
Experience working with EMT, rigid conduit, and various conduit systems on base and construction sites.
Ability to interpret and work from schematics and detailed construction documents.
Comfort working in a team-oriented environment and supporting others in completing project tasks.
Willingness to perform additional duties and assignments as needed to support project and site requirements.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers a contract-to-hire path, providing long-term stability for high-performing electricians. You receive access to dental, vision, and health benefits, supporting your overall well-being. The work structure promotes consistency with weekday hours, enabling a predictable schedule and a solid foundation for work-life balance.
Work Environment
The role is based on a construction site, working Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You operate in commercial, industrial, and critical power environments, using standard electrical tools and testing equipment to complete installations and troubleshooting tasks. The position requires wearing steel-toe boots, hard hats, safety vests, and safety glasses at all times to maintain a safe worksite. No medical monitoring or specific medical certifications are required for this role.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/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 Newport News,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2026.
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.
