Maintenance Technician - Electrical

Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications.

Summary: Howmet Structure Systems has an immediate opening for a Electrical Maintenance Technician located at our Niles Facility. This position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance operation and preventative maintenance of manufacturing equipment within the plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician.

Primary Function:

To inspect, repair, replace, adjust, install, wire and maintain all electrical and electronic equipment in the plant or assigned area including power transmission lines transformers and related equipment. Make mechanical repairs as required in connection with electrical service.

Tools and Equipment:

Wiring diagrams, drawings, electrical and electronic tools, gauges, calibrative and testing equipment, hand tools, drill press, hand grinder, commutator and bench lathe, electrical drills, power hack saw, wire stripper, pipe threading machine, burning and welding equipment, soldering iron, pipe bender, block and tackle, measuring tools, etc.

Materials:

A.C. and D.C motors and generators, transformers, rectifiers, electronic controls and regulator: various mill electrical equipment, power disruption and control circuits, electronic computing and controls systems, various types of instruments, data recording and processing equipment, control panels and circuits, electronic gauges and detectors, industrial T.V., public address systems, condensers, pumps, fans, poles, hardware, cable wire, conduit and fittings, lighting fixtures, repair and replacement parts, lubricants, etc.

Working Procedures:

• Receives verbal or written instruction covering the scheduling and emergency repair and installation and inspection work to be done.

• Analyzes all types of circuits and wiring diagrams to modify, service, install or repair all types of electronic devices and systems, various mill electrical equipment, electronic computing and controls systems, power and distributing control equipment, measuring, recording, processing and control devices, indication devices, instruments and gauges.

• Fabricates parts as required using machine and hand tools common to the trade. Burns, brazes, solders and performance simple layout, fabrication and welding in the servicing of electrical and electronic equipment, including related piping and mechanical component.

• Makes either temporary or permanent repairs or adjustments to equipment such as main motor drives, generators, control panels, relays, controllers, switchboards, circuit breakers, lighting circuits, resistors, etc.

• Install and repairs conduit, splicers, and insulates wires and cables, making splices on hot lines, isolates circuits for repairs.

• Maintains integrating, indicating, or graphic electrical or mechanical instruments.

• Makes mechanical repairs as required in connection with the servicing of electrical and electronic equipment including cranes.

• Advises when faulty equipment should be shut down for repairs.

• Tests, repairs and/or adjusts electronic scales to correct any variation from accuracy.

• Test, repairs and adjust electrical meters, such as oscillograph, tachometers, amp meter, volt meter, power factory meters, phase shifter, etc.

• Cleans, paints, and lubricates equipment such as bearings, lights, reflectors, switch boxes, controls, pumps, compressors, fans, etc.

• Installs, repairs and maintains power transmission lines, transformer, high tension substation equipment such as disconnects, switch gear, bushings, insulator slings, lighting arrestors, phase wire grounding equipment.

• Assists other maintenance or operating personal in repair work as required.

• Fills out reports of maintenance work performed, parts and materials used, inspections made, etc.

• Operates cranes, machinery, mobile equipment, hydraulics lifts; erects and dismantles pepe scaffolds and performs necessary rigging duties in connection with the servicing of electrical and electronic equipment.

• Maintains a safe, clean and orderly conditions of work area and equipment.

Pay Rate and Benefits

• The entry rate of pay for this position is $38.07 per hour. There will be a 3% increase on July 1, 2026.

• Employees are paid weekly.

• There are significant overtime opportunities.

• We offer medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a very low weekly premium (currently $13.44 for a single plan) as well as matching funds to employee 401k savings after 60 working shifts. The 401k is fully vested on Day 1 of eligibility.

• After one year of employment, we offer quarterly profit sharing. Eligible employees received over $11,000 in 2025 in profit sharing.

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be constructed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

*Qualifications for Internal Candidates

Basic Requirements

• Must have completed a recognized, appropriate apprenticeship or have at least eight (8) years of relevant on-the-job industrial electrical experience, to include digital electronics, PLC's, combustion, and instrument repair, or a two (2) year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent) with two (2) years of relevant on-the-job industrial electrical experience.

• High School diploma or GED

• Ability to work in a manufacturing atmosphere safely and follow safety practices and regulations; Must be willing and able to work any shift in a 24/7 operation and overtime including weekends and holidays.

• Ability to lift at least 50lbs as needed.

• Must have basic computer skills to create work orders, complete work orders, plan work, identify parts, and locate spare parts using a computerized maintenance management system after training.

• Must be able to legally operate company motor vehicles and mobile equipment.

• Must have strong math skills including reading fractions and decimals.

• Must have strong troubleshooting skills; Basic welding and flame cutting experience with a basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.

• The position requires an individual to stand, climb, work at heights, stoop, move equipment; bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time.

• PPE includes FR9 clothing, safety glasses, hard hat, and steel toed boots with metatarsal protection, hearing protection and other safety equipment as required.

• Qualified candidates must be able to pass a background test, physical and drug screen.

• ?Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at Follow: LinkedIn ( , Twitter ( , Instagram ( , Facebook ( , and YouTube ( .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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