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Job Title: Lead Electrical Technician

Job Description

The Lead Electrical Technician will oversee a crew of 2-3 people, focusing on the installation of energy-saving light fixtures and components. This role involves hands-on work, occasionally dealing with MC Cable and minimal wiring. The primary work location is in the Richmond Area, with occasional travel required to VA, MD, and NC.

Responsibilities

+ Oversee a crew of 2-3 technicians in the installation of energy-saving light fixtures and components.

+ Ensure high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards.

+ Occasionally work with MC Cable and perform minimal wiring tasks.

+ Travel occasionally to various locations including VA, MD, and NC to complete projects.

Essential Skills

+ Strong electrical aptitude and background.

+ Experience in installing light fixtures.

+ Leadership skills as a crew lead or lead technician.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Reliable with strong attendance record.

+ Ability to work effectively in a team setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that is aggressively growing with a strong emphasis on promoting from within. Benefit from a significant company-paid portion of medical benefits, a company-paid wellness program, 2 weeks of PTO, and paid holidays.

Work Environment

Work alongside a small crew of about 3-4 people, focusing on collaborative and efficient project completion. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlottesville, VA.

Pay and Benefits

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlottesville,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

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.