Maintenance Electrician

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician
Job Description
This role installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems and electronic components for industrial machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment. The maintenance electrician follows electrical codes, technical drawings, and equipment specifications to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production lines and facility systems.
Responsibilities

• Install and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components for industrial machinery and equipment in accordance with applicable electrical codes.
• Interpret and work from manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, AutoCAD drawings, P&IDs, and other technical documents to plan and complete electrical work.
• Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment, including conveyors and programmable controllers, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment.
• Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment and connect cables and wires between machines and equipment by following manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures using electrical and electronic test equipment, and identify root causes of failures.
• Replace damaged or broken wires, cables, and other electrical components using appropriate tools and techniques to restore equipment to safe operating condition.
• Test malfunctioning machinery using test equipment and collaborate with other maintenance personnel, such as mechanics, to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Replace faulty electrical components of machines, including relays, switches, motors, and sensing devices, and ensure correct positioning and calibration.
• Work safely with various voltages, including 480V, 240V, and 120V, across single-phase and three-phase circuits.
• Perform ongoing electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on all manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and support continuous production.
• Use Microsoft Office and related software to document maintenance activities, track issues, and communicate with team members.
• Support inventory management of electrical parts and supplies to ensure critical components are available when needed.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and standards while working in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of journeyman-level electrical experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical issues on manufacturing equipment.
• Proficiency in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and components on industrial machinery.
• Working knowledge of the National Electric Code and the ability to apply it in daily work.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, AutoCAD drawings, P&IDs, and other technical documentation.
• Experience working with 480V, 240V, and 120V electrical systems, including single-phase and three-phase circuits.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair transformers, motors, lighting fixtures, relays, switches, motors, and sensing devices.
• Experience performing electrician maintenance and troubleshooting on a wide range of manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office for documentation, reporting, and communication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming and the ability to troubleshoot and support programmable controllers.
• Experience in inventory management for electrical parts and maintenance supplies.
• Familiarity with HVAC repair in an industrial setting.
• Comfort working from AutoCAD drawings and P&IDs to support system modifications and installations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with mechanics and other maintenance personnel.

Why Work Here?
You will join a stable industrial operation that supports essential infrastructure projects, contributing directly to products used across multiple states. The environment offers consistent day-shift hours, allowing for predictable scheduling and work-life balance. You will work with a variety of industrial systems and technologies, providing opportunities to expand your technical skills and grow your expertise in a hands-on, production-focused setting.
Work Environment
This position is based in an industrial manufacturing facility that produces white and yellow road paint for use across the East Coast. The environment reflects typical plant conditions, with hot temperatures in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter, and exposure to an active production floor. You will work primarily on a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The role involves regular use of hand tools, power tools, electrical and electronic test equipment, and interaction with industrial machinery, conveyors, and control systems in a high-activity setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Richmond, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $95000.00/yr.
\"Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.\"
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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.