Job Description
**Job Title: Traveling Electrician (Commercial Construction)**
**Location:** Based in Lynchburg, VA - Travel Required
**Pay:** Up to $30/hour (based on experience)
**Per Diem:** $100/day
**Overview:**
**We're hiring a skilled Electrician** to join our growing team for **travel-based commercial construction projects** . The first assignment is at the **UVA Hotel & Conference Center in Charlottesville, VA** , with potential follow-up work at **Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA** . This is a great opportunity for electricians who enjoy working on the road while having a consistent home base in Lynchburg.
**Schedule:**
+ Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (hours may vary)
+ Travel required to job sites across Virginia
+ $100/day per diem provided for travel days
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in commercial environments
+ Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
+ Bend and install conduit of various sizes
+ Ensure compliance with NEC and local codes
+ Test circuits and troubleshoot electrical issues
+ Mentor apprentices and collaborate with other trades
+ Maintain a safe and organized work environment
**Qualifications:**
+ 2-4 years of commercial electrical experience
+ Strong understanding of NEC standards
+ Skilled in using hand/power tools and testing equipment
+ Experience with three-phase power systems
+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
+ Reliable transportation and punctuality are a must
**Why Join Us?**
+ Work for a **large company with a small-team feel**
+ **Career advancement opportunities and internal promotions**
+ **Benefits include ESOP, 401(k), HSA, and health/dental/vision insurance**
+ **Paid apprenticeship programs and continuing education available**
+ **Be part of a company that invests in your long-term success**
**Work Environment:**
**This is a traveling role** with work at various job sites. You'll be exposed to changing weather conditions and must be adaptable to different environments. A positive attitude, professionalism, and teamwork are essential.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Nov 17, 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.
Job Tags
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