Texas data center construction
Electricians: $32–$55/hr + up to $158/day per diem
Texas data center builds are hiring journeymen, apprentices and foremen now. Long-term projects, 60–70 hour weeks and overtime. Local or traveler.
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Typical Texas data center pay from current public job postings. Ranges vary by employer.* No resume needed.
What you'll work on
Mission-critical power, at hyperscale
Data centers need miles of conduit, tray and feeder, plus switchgear, UPS and generator tie-ins. It's steady, high-hour commercial and industrial work.
Conduit, tray & duct bank
Bend rigid and EMT, set cable tray and supports, and build underground duct bank for site power.
Gear, PDUs & terminations
Set and terminate switchgear, transformers and PDUs, and pull medium and low voltage feeders.
Data hall fit-out
Install busway, UPS and battery cabinets, grounding, lighting and controls inside the data hall.
How it works
From phone to jobsite in 3 steps
Answer 6 quick questions
License, experience, travel and start date. It takes about 60 seconds, with no resume and no account.
Get a call or text
A recruiter reviews your answers and reaches out about matching Texas data center projects.
Badge in and start
Clear the background check and drug screen that sites typically require, then start on your project.
Who we're looking for
Every level, from apprentice to foreman
Typical hourly ranges seen in current Texas data center postings.*
Apprentice / helper
- 1+ year commercial or industrial experience
- TDLR apprentice license a plus
- Willing to work long shifts
Journeyman
- Texas journeyman license (top rates)
- Conduit, wire pull, tray and gear setting
- Data center experience preferred, not required
Foreman / lead
- Run crews on large commercial or industrial jobs
- Read one-lines, risers and blueprints
- Mission-critical experience a plus
Why now
Texas is building data centers at record pace
Large data center campuses are under construction across Texas, from Abilene to the Dallas–Fort Worth area, and contractors are posting for electricians right now.
- Projects that can run for many months
- Per diem paid for qualifying travelers
- Consistent overtime on 60–70 hour schedules
- Experience on mission-critical work that moves your career forward
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FAQ
Questions electricians ask
Do I need a Texas license?
Not for every role. Some postings hire unlicensed electricians with verifiable experience, but licensed TDLR journeymen get the top rates.
How does per diem work?
Per diem is a daily allowance for travelers. Current postings show $115–$158 a day, often paid 7 days a week when you hit your scheduled hours. Terms vary by employer.
How many hours will I work?
Postings commonly list 60–70 hour weeks, and some list 12-hour days, 7 days a week. Overtime rates are set by each employer.
Do I need data center experience?
No. It's preferred, but strong commercial or industrial experience with conduit, wire pull and gear is usually enough.
What do I need to start?
Most sites require a background check and drug screen for badging. OSHA 10 or 30 is a plus. Some roles provide PPE and hand tools.
Does it cost anything?
No. Applying is free, and it takes about a minute.
Texas data center builds are hiring now
See which projects fit your license and schedule.
See if you qualify — 60 sec →* Pay sources. These ranges come from public Texas data center electrician postings seen Sep–Oct 2026: People Source (Haskell, $45–$50/hr, +10% night differential, $158/day per diem); ARIA Electrical Staffing (Lueders, $50–$55/hr, $150/day, ~70 hrs/wk); KODIAK Labor Solutions (statewide, up to $44/hr, $115+/day; Abernathy, $22–$43/hr, $115–$125/day); NCW (Dallas area, apprentice $28, journeyman $32–$35, foreman $45, $150/day, 60 hrs/wk).
Ranges vary by employer, license, experience, shift and location. They are not an offer of employment or a guarantee of pay. Per diem usually applies to qualifying travelers only.