Maintenance Electrician

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician

Job Description

This Maintenance Electrician position supports a high-volume press shop by troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing heavy-duty stamping, hydraulic, and mechanical presses. The role focuses on executing preventive and predictive maintenance, minimizing production downtime, and ensuring a safe work environment during all equipment repairs and overhauls. You will train on first shift (6:00 a.m.2:30 p.m.) for approximately 612 weeks or until fully trained, then transition to second shift (2:30 p.m.11:00 p.m.).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems on high-tonnage stamping presses, press brakes, coil feeders, and related equipment.
• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on production machinery, including heavy industrial presses and associated systems.
• Execute scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance tasks, such as inspecting rams, adjusting gib clearances, checking fluid levels, and replacing worn seals, bearings, and other components.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on equipment, including 480V three-phase motors, control circuits, and other electrical components.
• Perform PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley platforms, to identify and correct control and automation issues.
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals to diagnose problems and plan repairs.
• Install, pull, and terminate electrical wiring and cables in accordance with electrical codes and plant standards.
• Fabricate, install, and repair conduit runs, including bending and fitting conduit for new and existing equipment installations.
• Support press maintenance activities, including die repair and tool maintenance, to ensure consistent part quality and machine uptime.
• Conduct daily safety checks on emergency stops, light curtains, clutch-brake mechanisms, and other safety devices to ensure compliance with OSHA and local safety regulations.
• Document all maintenance activities, including repairs performed, parts used, and equipment failures, in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Collaborate closely with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work, reduce downtime, and improve equipment reliability.
• Participate in equipment overhauls, upgrades, and installations to optimize performance and extend asset life.
• Perform welding and basic fabrication tasks as needed to support maintenance and repair activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all plant safety procedures and lockout/tagout requirements.

Essential Skills

• 35+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial press shop or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of heavy industrial machinery, including stamping presses and related equipment.
• Proficiency with pneumatics, hydraulics, and power transmission components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair 480V, three-phase motors and associated electrical systems.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley controls.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Demonstrated skill in both mechanical and electrical maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Hands-on experience with press maintenance, including die repair and tool maintenance.
• Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting and maintenance safely and efficiently.
• Proficiency in pulling wire, conduit bending, and installing electrical conduit in an industrial environment.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log work orders and maintenance activities.
• Capability to perform preventive maintenance and follow structured PM schedules.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, climb, and lift or move parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with welding and basic metal fabrication in a maintenance setting.
• Experience in maintaining hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical presses in a metal stamping environment.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting clutch-brake mechanisms, light curtains, and other machine safety systems.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with production, tooling, and other maintenance personnel.
• Attention to detail when documenting work, parts usage, and equipment history in CMMS.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a stable, growth-oriented metal stamping and tapping facility with a strong union presence and a supportive culture. The company contributes hourly into a 401(k) plan for union employees and offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance after 90 days, company-paid life and short-term disability coverage, and access to additional voluntary insurance options such as dental and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Team members receive an annual boot allowance and benefit from a generous paid time off structure that includes 10 paid holidays, 3 paid personal holidays, and opportunities to earn additional personal days, attendance bonuses, and health insurance premium discounts for perfect attendance. Vacation time increases with seniority, and employees work alongside a friendly, collaborative group in a growing facility with new machinery and expanded space.

Work Environment

The role is based in a metal stamping and tapping shop environment that can be loud, particularly around presses and heavy machinery. The facility maintains a clean workspace, especially in the tapping area, and has recently expanded by an additional 25,000 square feet to accommodate new machinery and additional warehousing space. You will work with heavy-duty stamping, hydraulic, and mechanical presses, as well as related electrical and mechanical systems, using standard industrial maintenance tools and equipment. The position trains on first shift (6:00 a.m.2:30 p.m.) for approximately 612 weeks or until fully trained, then transitions to second shift (2:30 p.m.11:00 p.m.). The team fosters a very friendly and cooperative atmosphere, with a focus on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a unionized setting. Appropriate industrial workwear, including safety boots, is expected in line with plant safety standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $39.22/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.