Overview
Job Title: Electrician
This role involves troubleshooting electrical and lighting malfunctions, repairing electrical issues, performing LED retrofits, servicing illuminated signs, repairing parking lot lighting systems, and installing electrical wiring in commercial buildings. As an Electrician, you will be expected to prioritize safety precautions, adhere to electrical codes, and pay close attention to project details. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in troubleshooting electrical issues.
Responsibilities
- Execute plans of electrical wiring, lighting, and other electrical systems.
- Install electrical components such as switches and circuit-breaker panels.
- Service lighting in various applications including parking lots, signs, and offices.
- Prepare and assemble conduits and connect wiring through them.
- Replace old wiring and insulated cables.
- Perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair.
Essential Skills
- Proven experience as an electrician.
- Experience in industrial and commercial electrical systems.
- Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools like wire strippers and voltmeters.
- Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Good working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Valid driver's license.
- Clear DOT/Drug screen.
- Ability to troubleshoot common electrical issues.
- Ability to work at various heights (ladder, bucket truck, etc.).
- Ability to work mostly unsupervised.
- Experience operating lifts and bucket trucks.
- 3 years’ experience in the electrical field.
- Preferred - Journeyman card.
- Preferred – Class B CDL.
- Clean driving record.
Why Work Here?
Join a team that values safety, precision, and expertise. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive work environment. Benefit from a culture that encourages work-life balance and values your contributions.
Work Environment
Work involves handling diverse electrical systems in commercial settings with the use of various tools and equipment. The role may require working at heights and in different weather conditions. The environment is dynamic, and safety gear is mandatory to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Birmingham, Alabama.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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 Birmingham,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 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.