Commercial Electrician

Company: Aerotek
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Commercial Electrician Job Description We are seeking skilled electricians to join our team for a large retail construction project in the Capital Region of New York. This role is suited for mid-level electricians or electrical helpers who are ready to contribute to significant projects across New York. You will work under the guidance of a licensed electrician within a team of 3-5 electricians. Responsibilities Install electrical systems for commercial retail construction projects. Accurately read and interpret electrical blueprints, plans, and specifications. Machine bend 4-inch conduit with precision and efficiency. Hand bend 1-inch conduit, including offsets, saddles, and kicks. Lay out and install EMT, rigid, and other conduit systems according to code and project requirements. Efficiently nest conduit to maintain clean, professional installations. Pull wire, install panels, fixtures, devices, and associated electrical components. Ensure all work complies with NEC, local codes, and project specifications. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Follow all jobsite safety rules and company policies. Essential Skills Minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial electrical construction and installation. Experience in installing electrical systems for projects such as warehouses, big box retail construction, healthcare, hospital, or industrial manufacturing facilities. Knowledge of working safely on large commercial construction sites. Experience with machine and hand bending conduit. Ability to work independently on daily tasks on a commercial worksite. Comfortable working at heights. Willingness to travel throughout New York. OSHA 10 certification or willingness to complete training. Additional Skills & Qualifications Minimum 3–5 years of commercial construction electrical experience. Proven experience machine bending 4-inch conduit. Strong hand conduit bending skills up to 1-inch conduit. Experience with nesting conduit in commercial installations. Retail build-out or tenant fit?out experience. Familiarity with fast-paced construction schedules. Experience coordinating with other trades on commercial jobsites. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Trade school education is preferred but not required. Electrician license or equivalent experience preferred but not required. Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical jobsite duties. Why Work Here? Join one of New York's top electrical contractors, known for their stability and quality work. The company offers opportunities to work on diverse projects across NY in commercial retail, multi-story residential construction, solar, and electrical service. They are a reliable employer with a reputation for rarely laying off employees. Work Environment Work is conducted on commercial retail construction jobsites with large-scale projects, featuring ceiling heights over 20 feet. Candidates should be prepared for both indoor and outdoor work conditions, which may not be climate-controlled, and comfortable working in varying temperature environments. The typical work schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with potential overtime during the week and occasionally on Saturdays. Overtime is project-dependent and not guaranteed. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Schenectady, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $35.00/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 Schenectady,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026. 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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