Electricians Needed $60 hr $125 Per Diem in Franklin, ME

Solar Journeyman Electrician – Franklin, Maine
100 MW Utility‑Scale Solar Project
Pay: $55–$60/hr + $125/day Per Diem

Aerotek is supporting a large, fast‑paced 100 MW utility‑scale solar construction project in Maine and is seeking experienced Solar Journeyman Electricians for long‑term work. Journeyman Electricians are paying $55–$60 per hour plus $125 per day in per diem. This project is production‑driven and requires electricians who are comfortable working outdoors, maintaining pace, and supporting high‑volume solar installations in an active construction environment.
Solar Journeyman Electricians will work on a new construction commercial solar farm performing electrical installations related to photovoltaic (PV) systems, including conduit installation, underground work, terminations, and system testing. This role is ideal for electricians with strong solar or utility‑scale experience who can work efficiently while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Install and wire solar panels, racking systems, inverters, and other PV system components
Bend, install, and land conduit; perform underground electrical work and cable pulls
Complete electrical terminations, mod‑to‑mod connections, and string harness installations
Perform VOC testing and support system testing and commissioning activities
Read and work from construction drawings, blueprints, and electrical schematics
Troubleshoot electrical issues and support daily production targets
Maintain jobsite safety, quality, and productivity standards
Follow all site safety requirements, PPE guidelines, and electrical codes

Required Qualifications

Active Maine Journeyman Electrician license
6+ years of electrical construction experience (solar experience strongly preferred)
Strong experience with conduit installation, underground electrical work, and terminations
Experience performing electrical testing and troubleshooting on solar or commercial projects
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Willingness to work 50–60 hours per week with overtime

Top Skills

Solar electrical construction, photovoltaic (PV) installations, conduit bending and installation, underground electrical work, electrical terminations, mod‑to‑mod connections, string harness installation, inverter installation, electrical testing, VOC testing, blueprint and schematic reading, troubleshooting, and proficient use of hand and power tools in fast‑paced outdoor construction environments.

Project Details

Location: Franklin, Maine
Schedule:
Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday overtime available as needed
Duration: Long‑term utility‑scale solar construction project (4–6 months)
Work Environment
Outdoor commercial solar farm (utility‑scale)
Fast‑paced construction site with production goals
PPE required at all times: steel‑toed boots, hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses

If interested please send resume to jlopez80@aerotek.com or text jlopez80@aerotek.com (hablo espanol)