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Electrical Superintendent (BESS / Utility-Scale Energy)
$130,000-$180,000 Base Salary | Contract-to-Hire | Southwest Travel | Per Diem Provided
Build the Backbone of the Energy Transition
We are actively hiring Electrical Superintendents to support a rapidly growing portfolio of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the Southwest region .
This role is structured as a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity , with conversion to full-time employment based on performance, leadership capability, and team fit . It’s an excellent opportunity to prove yourself quickly on high-visibility projects with one of the Top 3 EPCs in the industry .
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking superintendents who:
Have progressed through the electrical trade with strong hands-on field experience
Have led crews, coordinated scopes of work, and driven productivity on active job sites
Want long-term opportunities on large, impactful energy infrastructure projects
Are willing to travel extensively within the Southwest , supported by per diem
Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is a significant advantage , but candidates from power, renewable, or utility-scale electrical construction backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Do
Lead electrical field execution on utility-scale energy and BESS projects
Oversee safety, quality, schedule adherence, and productivity
Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
Serve as the on-site electrical authority, resolving constructability and technical challenges
Partner with engineering, procurement, and project management teams
Perform inspections to ensure compliance with drawings, NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and project specifications
Mentor assistant superintendents, foremen, and craft personnel
Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork
Required Qualifications
Career growth through the electrical trade (journeyman-to-leadership path strongly preferred)
Experience supervising electrical construction in industrial, utility, renewable, or energy environments
Proven ability to lead crews and make independent, sound field decisions
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification (or ability to obtain)
Willingness to travel throughout the Southwest region
Highly Preferred Experience
Direct experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
NFPA 70E “Qualified Person” designation
Utility-scale electrical, renewable energy, substation, or power distribution experience
Workforce dispatching, field scheduling, and multi-crew coordination
Compensation & Structure
Base salary range: $130,000-$180,000 , dependent on experience and project complexity
6-month contract-to-hire , with full-time conversion based on performance and team fit
Per diem provided for Southwest travel assignments
Strong project backlog supporting long-term employment and career advancement
Why Join Us
Consistently ranked among the Top 3 EPCs in the industry
Strong pipeline of Southwest-based utility-scale energy projects
Clear growth paths into field and operations leadership
Supportive, collaborative culture that values field leadership
Opportunity to help expand grid reliability and clean energy infrastructure
Work Environment
On-site, project-based field leadership role
Projects typically last 9 months to 2 years
Outdoor construction environment
Extensive Southwest regional travel , with per diem support
If you built your career in the electrical trade and want to lead the future of energy in the Southwest-we want to talk to you.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Las Vegas, NV.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62.50 – $89.00/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 Las Vegas,NV.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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.
