Commercial Electrician

Commercial Electrician – Up to $35/hr

Location: Capital Region, NY

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (OT based on project needs)

Project Type: Large Retail Construction

We are hiring skilled Commercial Electricians to support a major retail construction project in the Capital Region of New York. This role is ideal for mid-level electricians and electrical helpers ready to take on significant work across the state. You will work alongside a licensed electrician within a team of 3–5, completing high-quality installations on fast‑paced commercial jobsites.

• Install electrical systems for large commercial retail construction projects
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, plans, and specifications
• Machine bend 4-inch conduit with accuracy
• Hand bend 1-inch conduit (offsets, saddles, kicks)
• Lay out and install EMT, rigid, and other conduit systems
• Nest conduit to ensure clean, professional installations
• Pull wire and install panels, fixtures, devices, and related components
• Ensure compliance with NEC , local codes, and project requirements
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Follow all jobsite safety rules and company standards

• Minimum 2 years of commercial electrical construction experience
• Experience on warehouses, big-box retail, healthcare, hospital, or industrial projects
• Proficient in both machine and hand conduit bending
• Ability to work independently on daily assigned tasks
• Comfortable working at heights
• Willingness to travel throughout New York
• OSHA 10 certification (or willingness to obtain)

• 3–5 years of commercial construction electrical experience
• Demonstrated experience machine bending 4-inch conduit
• Strong hand-bending skills up to 1-inch conduit
• Experience nesting conduit in commercial installations
• Retail build-out or tenant fit‑out experience
• Ability to coordinate with other trades on active jobsites
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills
• Trade school training or electrician license (preferred, not required)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical jobsite tasks

Join one of New York’s most reputable electrical contractors , known for:

• Long-term stability and a strong backlog of projects
• Work opportunities across commercial retail, multi‑story residential, solar, and service divisions
• A culture that values safety, craftsmanship, and professional development
• A proven track record of rarely laying off employees

• Large-scale commercial retail jobsites with ceilings 20+ feet
• Indoor and outdoor environments—may be non–climate-controlled
• Must be comfortable working in varying temperatures
• Standard hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM , Monday–Friday
• Overtime may occur during the week and occasionally on Saturdays (project-dependent)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Albany, NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

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…