Electrician

Athens, GA

Posted: 11/03/2025 Employment Type: Full Time Industry: Electricians Job Number: 3474472 Pay Rate: $54 / hour

Job Description

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Now Hiring: Industrial Electrician – Athens, GA

Pay: $54 per hour + $90/day Per Diem (must qualify to meet, paid 7 days/week)

Hours: 50–60 Hours per Week / Long-Term Project

Industry: Refinery/Industrial Electrical Work


We are currently hiring experienced Licensed Electricians for a long-term project at an industrial refinery site in Athens, GA. This is a high-paying opportunity for electricians who are looking for steady overtime, per diem benefits, and long-term stability in a demanding industrial environment.

Position Summary:

The Licensed Electrician will perform electrical installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting at a large-scale refinery facility. Candidates must be able to work extended hours, follow all safety protocols, and demonstrate strong technical knowledge of electrical systems in heavy industrial environments.

Key Details:

  • Pay: $54/hour
  • Per Diem: $90/day – paid all 7 days per week
  • Schedule: 50–60 hours per week (overtime after 40 hours)
  • Duration: Long-Term Project
  • Location: Athens, GA
  • Industry: Industrial/Refinery

Responsibilities:

  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in a refinery environment
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings
  • Perform conduit bending, wire pulling, terminations, and panel installations
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues efficiently and safely
  • Work independently and as part of a team under the direction of site supervisors
  • Maintain compliance with NEC and refinery safety standards

Requirements:

  • Active Electrical License (Journeyman or Master)
  • Minimum 4 years of industrial or refinery electrical experience
  • Familiarity with high-voltage systems, controls, and hazardous locations
  • Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to work extended hours on-site

What We Offer:

  • Top industry pay with weekly direct deposit
  • Full per diem paid all 7 days per week
  • Steady, long-term work with overtime potential
  • Safe, well-managed job site
  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile industrial project



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