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Aerotek Electrician / Electrical Apprentice in Des Moines, Iowa
Now Hiring - Electrician / Electrical Apprentice (Des Moines, IA)
*Job Description: In this role, you will support licensed journeyman electricians with installation, delivery, and troubleshooting of piping, heating and cooling units, and related electrical and low-voltage work in new construction residential, multi-family, and light industrial buildings. This role requires minor electrical experience, with a strong mechanical aptitude, willingness to learn, and the ability to perform physically demanding labor tasks in a fast-paced construction environment.
*Responsibilities
Assist journeyman technicians with new installation of piping and heating and cooling units in new construction residential, multi-family, and light industrial buildings.
Support delivery, installation, and basic troubleshooting of pipes and plumbing equipment under the guidance of licensed technicians.
Perform general labor tasks on construction sites, including site cleanup, material handling, and basic installation support.
Use basic hand and power tools such as impact drills, reciprocating saws, wire strippers, levels, screwdrivers, hammers, drywall saws, bits, flashlights or headlamps, and channel locks as part of daily work.
Follow instructions from journeyman technicians and supervisors to complete tasks accurately, efficiently, and safely.
Read or follow basic instructions, drawings, or guidance related to electrical, wiring, and construction installation tasks as skills develop.
*Essential Skills
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn electrical, low-voltage, and construction installation tasks.
1+ year of electrical helper experience or proven mechanical or construction aptitude.
Ability to use an impact driver and basic hand tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, and pliers.
Comfort with frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, and lifting 100+ pounds with a team member.
Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to job sites and the shop as required.
Willingness to assist with wiring, conduit work, and basic electrical and low-voltage tasks under supervision.
*Why Work Here? You join a stable, year-round employer with over two decades in the industry that is actively growing and investing in its people. The company offers paid trade school opportunities through a local industry program or sponsorship, along with paid continuing education to help you advance your skills and career. You can earn weekly commissions and periodic bonuses, including incentives for upselling and identifying additional service needs. A comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, a retirement plan, paid holidays (including bonus holidays), paid personal time off, a tool allowance, and a uniform program. The organization is deeply involved in the local community, partnering with charities focused on food security, autism support, and families in need, giving you the chance to contribute to meaningful local causes.
*Work Environment: The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and centered around active construction and service sites. You typically work Monday through Friday from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the potential for 60+ hours per week during busy periods due to a high volume of new projects. After training, you participate in an on-call rotation approximately every six weeks, with additional compensation for on-call duty. You are paired with a journeyman technician and start your day either by meeting at the job site or at the shop, then travel together to various locations. The dress code requires jeans, work boots, and a work-appropriate T-shirt, with company-branded T-shirts provided. You are expected to bring and maintain basic hand tools, with opportunities to expand your tool set as you grow in the role.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Des Moines, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $75000.00/yr.
will gather benefit info as soon as we get candidate
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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.