Electrical Junior Mechanic

Job Title: Electrical Junior Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Junior Mechanic with hands-on commercial electrical experience. This position is ideal for someone who can work independently on common electrical installations while continuing to develop their conduit bending, layout, wiring, and troubleshooting skills under the direction of a mechanic or foreman.

Responsibilities

• Install, run, and support EMT conduit
• Bend conduit using hand and mechanical benders
• Assist with electrical layouts and follow prints and blueprints
• Pull, label, and terminate electrical wiring
• Rough in MC and BX cable
• Install electrical boxes, junction boxes, outlets, switches, and lighting
• Assist with panel and switchgear installations
• Install and make up receptacles, switches, and lighting devices
• Perform basic troubleshooting of electrical circuits
• Install and support fire alarm conduit, boxes, and devices
• Assist with risers and distribution systems
• Follow NEC requirements, jobsite specifications, and foreman instructions
• Maintain a clean and safe work area

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial electrical experience preferred
• Experience running and bending EMT conduit
• Comfortable with common bends including 90s, offsets, and kicks
• Experience pulling wire and performing commercial electrical rough-in
• Experience installing boxes, panels, lighting, switches, and receptacles
• Ability to read basic electrical drawings and blueprints
• Working knowledge of the NEC
• Must have own basic electrical hand tools
• OSHA 30 and NYC SST certification
• Must have proper PPE and follow all jobsite safety requirements

Work Environment

• Commercial construction projects throughout Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn
• Typical schedule: 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
• 30-minute lunch
• Mobile clock-in system used for daily timekeeping
• PPE required at all times

Opportunity

This is a long-term opportunity with room for advancement. Benefits may include vacation and holiday pay, health benefits, and 401(k). Additional field training is available for junior mechanics looking to develop into full electrical mechanics and eventually lead-level positions.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.