Electrical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Technician

Job Description

Join our team as an Electrical Technician, where you will plan detailed working procedures by determining replacement needs or new materials required, and develop logical approaches to correct problems. You will analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electronic devices and systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electronic devices and systems.
• Receive wiring diagrams, specifications, and instructions from supervisors for emergency and scheduled repairs, installation, and inspection work.
• Perform tasks requiring thorough knowledge of electrical theory, principles, statutory codes, and the operation of electrical equipment.
• Start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar devices.
• Install, repair, and maintain communication cables, power distribution systems, and splice pieces as needed.
• Fabricate parts using machine and hand tools if parts are not commercially available.
• Determine needs and perform necessary running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls.
• Advise operators and mechanics about potential electrical issues and inherent dangers.
• Notify supervisors of potentially dangerous electrical equipment and corrective actions taken.
• Install, program, start-up, and troubleshoot PLC and DDC based control systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical teams on major installations, working alongside machinists and pipefitters.
• Conduct temporary or long-term repairs in other areas of Plant Maintenance such as pipefitting, HVAC, and boiler room.
• Comply with all safety policies, report safety violations, and attend safety meetings.
• Report problems regarding food safety to supervisors or managers.

Essential Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and assembly
• Schematic reading
• Repair and installation of electronics
• Understanding of wiring and hydraulics
• Ability to analyze and correct electrical problems
• Participation in installation, programming, and start-up of plant systems
• Proficiency in preventive maintenance

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions and correspondence in English.
• Ability to present information effectively in small groups.
• Vocational school or junior technical college training as an industrial electrician.
• Formal training in PLC based industrial control systems.
• 5 to 8 years experience as an industrial electrician, including 3 Phase Plant Power Distributions systems, motor theory, and PLC controls.
• Desirable experience with robotics.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a rewarding work schedule with excellent pay and benefits after the contract period.

Work Environment

Work in a manufacturing environment, requiring frequent lifting up to 60 lbs., standing, and walking for long periods. Candidates must be able to work from an elevated platform. The Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

Dental, Vision, Life and AD, Short Term Disability,

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.