Job Title: Electrician
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Electrical Helper to join our team. This role involves assisting journeymen or mechanic electricians with various tasks such as running pipe, hand bending conduit, performing terminations, pulling wire, and installing wiring systems. The position offers an opportunity to work on new construction projects, specifically a distribution center, and involves dealing with electrical systems ranging from 120 to 480 volts.
Responsibilities
Assist in running pipe (3/4" or 1" EMT)
Hand bend conduit/pipe
Perform electrical terminations
Pull wire, install wire, and wire panels, switch gear, and generators
Conduct lighting, service work, and troubleshooting
Essential Skills
Experience with electrical systems and components
Ability to work with conduit bending and terminations
Proficiency in pulling wire and installing wiring systems
Knowledge of working with 120-480 volts electrical systems
4+ years of relevant experience
Additional Skills & Qualifications
No certifications required
Familiarity with construction sites and safety protocols
Why Work Here?
This is a great opportunity to join a reputable company that values its employees. You will work a stable schedule of 40 hours a week from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with the project slated through August 2025. There is potential for contract-to-hire for the right employee, offering long-term career growth and stability.
Work Environment
You will be working on a new construction project for a distribution center. The work environment involves a dynamic jobsite with approximately 25-30 people daily. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and involves physical tasks related to electrical installations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, Virginia.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/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 Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.
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.
