Journeyman Electrician - Mission Critical Data Center
Enterprise Electrical · Cedar Rapids, IA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineering$42–$48/hrFull-time
Standard Schedule
- 5/10s + 1/8 (5 days at 10 hours and 1 day at 8 hours each week)
- Overtime: Available
Project Duration
Project Duration: 1 year+ with additional steady work.
Incentives and Project Perks
- Hourly Rate: $42 - $48 per hour
- Daily Per Diem: $120 (Paid daily, 7 days a week)
- Retention Bonus: An additional $5.00 per hour
- Journeyman Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 (Disbursed 30 days following the start date)
Electrical Installation & Construction
- Install, terminate, and test electrical systems including: Power distribution, Conduit (EMT, RMC, IMC), Cable tray systems, Panelboards, switchgear, transformers, and UPS systems
- Perform feeder and branch circuit installations per drawings and specifications
- Install grounding and bonding systems for mission-critical environments
- Read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, schematics, and specifications
- Data Center / Mission-Critical Scope: Support build-outs for data halls, electrical rooms, and support spaces
- Perform work around live or critical systems following lockout/tagout and energized work procedures
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in data center environments (white space and gray space)
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and company safety policies
- Participate in daily JHAs, toolbox talks, and safety audits
- Identify hazards and stop unsafe work when conditions are not compliant
Team & Project Support
- Mentor and guide apprentices and helpers
- Clock with foremen, superintendents, QA/QC, and other trades
- Maintain productivity and quality standards to meet aggressive project schedules
Requirements
- Must possess a valid electrical journeyman or master license (or an equivalent state license that reciprocates with Iowa)
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical construction projects related to data centers is required
- Proven experience in Mission Critical Data Center projects is mandatory
- Thorough understanding of NEC codes, OSHA regulations, and essential electrical systems is essential
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and one-line diagrams is required
- Experience with electrical systems commonly utilized in data centers, such as UPS, generators, switchgear, grounding systems, and redundant power infrastructure is necessary
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are a must
- Willingness to travel and be available for full-time on-site work in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for a duration of 6 months, with new projects commencing immediately after
- Strong familiarity with NEC and commercial electrical codes is essential
- Capable of accurately bending, installing, and supporting conduit systems
- Experience in large-scale power distribution and managing electrical rooms is required
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision is essential
- Robust troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are a must
- OSHA 10 certification is required (OSHA 30 preferred)
- NFPA 70E certification is preferred
Benefits
- Full-time employment opportunity
- A workplace culture that encourages teamwork and support
- 401k plan available after 90 days of employment
- Sign-on bonus eligible after 30 days of employment
- Retention bonus offered
- Paid Time Off (PTO) granted after 90 days
- Sick days (2) effective immediately
- Paid holidays totaling 8.5 days per year effective immediately
- Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Life insurance options such as Basic, Voluntary, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)