Maintenance Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician

Job Description

The Maintenance Electrician serves as the sole on-site electrician in a manufacturing facility, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and equipment. This role focuses on PLCs, conveyors, motors, and drives, with a strong emphasis on troubleshooting ladder logic in Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs. The Maintenance Electrician works with high-voltage equipment and three-phase motors to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the only on-site electrician and act as the primary point of contact for all electrical maintenance needs within the manufacturing facility.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PLC-controlled equipment, conveyors, motors, and AC/DC drives to minimize downtime and maintain efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot PLCs using ladder logic, primarily on Allen Bradley systems and, to a lesser extent, Siemens platforms, to identify and resolve control system issues.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving 480V and higher-voltage equipment, ensuring safe work practices and adherence to electrical standards.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair three-phase motors, which power the majority of the facility’s machinery.
• Work with DC drives, including troubleshooting and repair, to support continuous and reliable equipment performance.
• Perform electrical maintenance tasks such as running and installing conduit, wiring, and connections for new and existing equipment.
• Identify mechanical issues related to electrical equipment and perform basic mechanical repairs when necessary to restore equipment functionality.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and modifications to electrical systems to support reliability and future troubleshooting.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks, and respond promptly to equipment issues as they arise on the production floor.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel to understand equipment problems and implement effective electrical solutions.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Proven ability to work safely with higher voltage equipment at 480V and above.
• Hands-on experience with three-phase motors, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong PLC troubleshooting skills with the ability to read and interpret ladder logic.
• Experience working with Allen Bradley PLCs, with additional exposure to Siemens PLCs.
• Practical experience with AC and DC drives, including diagnostics and repair.
• Demonstrated electrical maintenance skills, including troubleshooting, repair, and system upkeep.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical repair tasks related to electrical equipment.
• Capability to install and work with conduit and related electrical infrastructure.
• Comfort working independently as the sole electrician on site, with limited direct supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience programming PLCs is a strong plus and enhances the ability to optimize and modify control systems.
• Familiarity with ladder logic development and modification for process improvements.
• Experience in maintaining electrical systems within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with a methodical approach to diagnosing complex electrical issues.

Why Work Here?

You will join a manufacturing operation that relies on advanced, engineered products used in demanding off-highway access systems, giving you the opportunity to work on meaningful and technically engaging equipment. The role offers a high level of autonomy, allowing you to take ownership of the electrical function on site and make a direct impact on reliability and production uptime. You will work in an environment that values trust, independence, and accountability, where your expertise is recognized and relied upon daily. The company’s focus on engineered solutions provides ongoing exposure to specialized systems and the chance to continuously develop your technical skills.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility located in Sheridan, Arkansas. The facility is not climate controlled, and temperatures will vary with the seasons, though fans are used to help circulate air throughout the workspace. As the only electrician on site, you will work with a high degree of independence and will not be heavily managed, so you must be comfortable making decisions and prioritizing tasks on your own. The environment includes industrial machinery powered primarily by three-phase motors, PLC-controlled systems, and AC/DC drives, requiring regular hands-on work with electrical panels, conduit, and high-voltage equipment. You will spend most of your time on the production floor, working directly with equipment in an active manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SHERIDAN, AR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in SHERIDAN,AR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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.

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.