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Plumber

Berwick, PA · On-site

$22.32 - $28.32/hr

As a global leader in volumetric modular building, we integrate cutting-edge technology, precision-driven manufacturing, and expert modular construction to deliver high-quality, sustainable buildings ...

Drafter

Emlenton, PA · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Knowledge of residential construction, building codes and preferred modular building methods. * Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision. * Excellent communication ...

Knowledge of residential construction, building codes and preferred modular building methods. * Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision. * Excellent communication ...

Electrician

Bessemer, AL

$22.50 - $31/hr

Learn the whole build not just your scope. modular building components in a manufacturing environment. Schedule is M-F from 6 a.m.-2:30 p.m with overtime available up to 4:30 and some Saturdays.

Electrician

Bessemer, AL · On-site

$25/hr

Learn the whole build not just your scope. modular building components in a manufacturing environment. Schedule is M-F from 6 a.m.-2:30 p.m with overtime available up to 4:30 and some Saturdays.

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How much do modular building jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for modular building in the United States is $23.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a modular building position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Modular Building role, you need a solid understanding of construction principles, blueprint reading, and modular assembly, often supported by relevant trade certifications or vocational training. Familiarity with construction tools, modular installation equipment, and safety regulations, such as OSHA compliance, is essential. Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail help you stand out when coordinating with crews and adapting to site-specific challenges. These abilities are crucial for delivering high-quality modular structures efficiently and safely within project timelines.

What is a modular building?

A Modular Building job involves assembling, installing, and maintaining prefabricated structures that are built in sections off-site and then transported for final construction. Workers in this field may handle tasks such as framing, electrical work, plumbing, and finishing to ensure the building meets specifications and codes. These roles can be found in industries like construction, education, healthcare, and commercial real estate.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in a modular building position?

In a Modular Building role, your daily tasks often include assembling modular components, interpreting construction drawings, coordinating with project managers and other trades, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. You may also be responsible for site preparation, installing prefabricated modules, and conducting inspections to troubleshoot issues that arise. Work environments can vary from controlled factory settings to outdoor construction sites, requiring adaptability and adherence to strict schedules. Collaboration with electricians, plumbers, and crane operators is common, and teamwork is key to project success.

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Infographic showing various Modular Building job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,904 per year, or $24 per hour.

Product Developer - Modular - Data Center

Cupertino Electric

San Jose, CA • On-site

$83K - $140K/yr

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Description
Posting Title:Product Developer - Modular Design - Data Center
Reports To: Director of Product Development
Location: Remote | Edgerton, WI | Salt Lake City, UT | Houston, TX | Greater San Francisco Bay
With travel to the Modular Plant (Edgerton / Salt Lake City) as necessary
Salary Range: $83,250 to $140,000
*This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan
Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

WHO WE ARE
Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything.
THE MODULAR TEAM
Modular solutions by CEI anticipate and solve ongoing problems for data center operators. Our proven, factory-built and tested data center infrastructure products bring deployments online faster, more reliably, and with less risk than conventional methods.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Product Developer assists the Sr. Product Developer in translating customer requirements into specific product features, geometry, and functions. The Product Developer will have specific development responsibilities as defined by the Sr. Product Developer and may include the preparation of a development schedule, component design, producing drawings and submittals, specification mark-ups, researching materials or processes, or preparing sketches or bills of material. The Product Developer will also be involved with scope leveling such preparing scope documents, matrices, and CDE's (Comply, Deviate and/or Exclude) duties.
The Product Developer is directly accountable for completing specific product development tasks or activities including:
  • Preparing sketches or drawings
  • Equipment submittal review and implementation
  • Packaging product submittals
  • Writing design narratives
  • Producing and maintaining a development schedule in MS Project
  • Obtaining product data from vendors or manufacturers
  • Producing a bill of material
  • Participating in team meetings
  • Presenting solution ideas during team meetings
  • Conducting research on specific processes, materials or manufacturers
  • Collaborating with their peer product developers on design best practices.
  • Innovatively create cost savings opportunities
Goals & Objectives:
  • Complete tasks completely, accurately and on time
  • Play a dynamic role in a creative team collaboration environment.
  • Maintain proficiency in the use of the tools provided
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Support the SPD/Director to a level of success.
ABOUT YOU
  • Ability to do independent research on submittals, materials, functions, or processes
  • Ability to draw, sketch or illustrate, Modeling Skills, Revit Preferred.
  • Ability to translate abstract concepts into concrete design ideas
  • Familiarity with Office 365, Excel, Navis, MS Project, ACC and Bluebeam Revu
  • Ability to read and accurately interpret electrical and mechanical design drawings including single line diagrams, control diagrams and process piping diagrams
  • Familiarity with OSHA provisions
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70E Safety standards
  • Familiarity with Electrical NEC and industry standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education and Experience: Vocational or Technical Certificate in engineering drafting or design, industrial technology, manufacturing design, mechanical design, or electrical design with 3 to 5 years' experience in a product development role in an industrial manufacturing environment; or 3 to 5 years as a licensed journeyman electrician constructing modular building infrastructure components; or 3 to 5 years as a project manager working for an electrical contractor.
Licensure/Certifications:None required.
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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