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Journeyman Electrician

GL Staffing Services, Inc.
Memphis, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026

NOW HIRING: INDUSTRIAL JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS & ELECTRICAL FOREMEN

LARGE-SCALE DATA CENTER CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

PAY: $34.00–$60.00 PER HOUR | WEEKLY PAY | $160/DAY PER DIEM UPON APPROVAL

GL Staffing is actively recruiting experienced Journeyman Electricians and Electrical Foremen for large-scale data center construction projects.

We are seeking skilled electrical professionals with strong backgrounds in industrial electrical construction, low-voltage and medium-voltage systems, 480V power distribution, and large commercial or industrial projects.

POSITION DETAILS

  • Positions: Industrial Journeyman Electrician & Electrical Foreman
  • Pay: $34.00–$60.00/hour depending on experience, qualifications, and licenses
  • Schedule: Monday–Saturday
  • Shift: 12-hour shifts
  • Workweek: 6 days per week
  • Pay Frequency: Weekly
  • Per Diem: $160/day upon approval and eligibility
  • Employment Type: Temporary with potential temp-to-permanent opportunity
  • Project Type: Large-scale data center construction and electrical infrastructure

SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must have open availability and understand that data center construction may involve critical project deadlines.

  • Must be available to work Monday–Saturday, 12-hour shifts
  • Must be available to work holidays when required
  • If the project is on a critical work path and holiday work is deemed mandatory, employees will be required to report as scheduled
  • Mandatory project days and critical-path work are considered part of the assignment requirements
  • Strong attendance, punctuality, and schedule flexibility are required

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Install industrial electrical systems and power distribution infrastructure
  • Work with 480V three-phase electrical systems
  • Install low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical infrastructure within applicable qualifications
  • Install and terminate feeders, conductors, and branch circuits
  • Install, bend, and route EMT, rigid conduit, IMC, and other conduit systems
  • Perform large-scale cable pulling and wire installations
  • Install panels, switchboards, transformers, disconnects, switchgear, busway, and cable trays
  • Perform grounding and bonding installations
  • Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and single-line diagrams
  • Assist with electrical testing, troubleshooting, inspections, and commissioning
  • Follow OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and electrical safety requirements
  • Coordinate effectively with supervisors, foremen, and other trades

ELECTRICAL FOREMAN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and supervise Journeyman Electricians, apprentices, and electrical helpers
  • Coordinate daily electrical installation activities and crew assignments
  • Oversee industrial power distribution installations
  • Supervise work involving 480V systems, switchgear, transformers, panels, and distribution equipment
  • Coordinate low-voltage and medium-voltage installations
  • Review electrical blueprints, drawings, and project specifications
  • Monitor productivity, workmanship, safety, and project progress
  • Coordinate manpower, materials, tools, and equipment
  • Conduct safety meetings and enforce project safety requirements
  • Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, engineers, and other trades
  • Assist with inspections, testing, quality control, and commissioning

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong industrial or large-scale commercial electrical construction experience
  • Hands-on 480V electrical experience
  • Low-voltage and/or medium-voltage experience
  • Industrial electrical installation experience
  • Ability to read electrical blueprints, schematics, and single-line diagrams
  • Knowledge of NEC and electrical safety requirements
  • Journeyman license strongly preferred and required where applicable
  • Foreman candidates must have proven electrical leadership experience
  • Data center or mission-critical construction experience strongly preferred
  • Stable employment history preferred
  • English communication skills preferred
  • Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, 6 days per week
  • Must be available for mandatory holiday work when required by the project's critical work path

HIGHLY PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Data center construction
  • Mission-critical facilities
  • Industrial electrical construction
  • 480V three-phase systems
  • Medium-voltage systems
  • Switchgear and transformers
  • UPS/PDU systems
  • Generator systems
  • Busway and cable tray installations
  • Conduit installation
  • Electrical testing and commissioning
  • OSHA 10/30
  • NFPA 70E
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Foreman or electrical crew leadership experience

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should provide:

  • Updated resume
  • Journeyman license and applicable electrical certifications
  • Photos of previous electrical work/projects when available and permitted
  • Details regarding 480V, low-voltage, and medium-voltage experience
  • Data center or large industrial construction experience
  • Supervisory experience if applying for the Foreman position
  • Current availability
  • Must be able to pass 7 yr BG check

COMPENSATION & OPPORTUNITY

Pay Range: $34.00–$60.00/hour depending on experience, licensing, and qualifications

  • Weekly pay
  • $160/day per diem upon approval and eligibility
  • 6-day workweek
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Large-scale data center construction projects
  • Potential temp-to-permanent opportunity

HOW TO APPLY

GL Staffing

Email: gl-hollywood@glstaffing.com

Phone: 954-593-7827

When applying, please indicate whether you are applying for the Journeyman Electrician or Electrical Foreman position and include your resume, applicable licenses/certifications, and available photos of previous electrical work.


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