Journeyman Electrician - Mission Critical Data Center

Overview

Enterprise Electrical is seeking an experienced Journeyman Electrician to support field operations on a Mission Critical Data Center project in San Antonio, TX
. This role is essential to ensuring electrical installations are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Hourly rate: $30 – $38 per hour (based on experience). Includes daily per diem of $120 (paid daily, 7 days a week) and a retention bonus of an additional $5.00 per hour.

6/10 schedule; overtime available. Project duration: 1 year+ with additional steady work.

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of electrical crews on a Mission Critical Data Center project.
• Supervise apprentices, journeymen, and assigned labor to ensure productivity, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Interpret and implement electrical blueprints, one-line diagrams, and schematics.
• Ensure full compliance with NEC, OSHA, and Enterprise Electrical safety regulations.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and job hazard analysis (JHA).
• Collaborate with the site superintendent and project managers to coordinate manpower and scheduling requirements.
• Supervise material handling, deliveries, and equipment staging.
• Support commissioning and QA/QC tasks related to mission‑critical electrical systems (UPS, generators, switch gear, etc.).
• Document field activities, production logs, and issues using reporting tools on a daily basis.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior electricians in technical skills and safety protocols.

• Minimum of 7 years of commercial electrical construction experience, with proven exposure to mission critical / data center environments.
• Must have an active Iowa Journeyman License (or a comparable state license). Master Electrician designation is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC codes, OSHA regulations, and critical electrical systems.
• Capability to read and understand construction drawings and one-line diagrams.
• Experience with electrical systems typically found in data centers, including UPS, generators, switch gear, grounding systems, and redundant power infrastructure.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel and be available for full‑time on‑site work in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for 6 months, with subsequent projects starting immediately after.

• 401k plan accessible after 90 days of employment.
• Sign‑on bonus available.
• Retention bonus provided.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick days.
• Paid holidays totaling 8.5 days annually.
• Competitive salary and regular working hours.
• Access to continual educational resources and opportunities.
• Opportunities for career advancement and training.
• Comprehensive health insurance covering Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• Life insurance options including Basic, Voluntary, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D).
• Training and development programs available.