Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Electrician Job Description

This role focuses on performing service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades on electrical systems in industrial and commercial facilities. You will work on low and medium-voltage systems up to 4160V, modernize legacy electrical infrastructure, and ensure all work complies with current electrical codes, safety standards, and company procedures while traveling to customer sites across the region.

• Perform service, maintenance, and troubleshooting on electrical systems in industrial and commercial facilities.
• Support upgrades and retrofits to modernize legacy and aging electrical infrastructure.
• Work on low and medium-voltage systems (up to 4160V), including distribution equipment, panels, and switchgear.
• Diagnose and repair issues in aging electrical systems and equipment to improve reliability and safety.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams to plan and execute work accurately.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and internal company procedures.
• Coordinate effectively with site contacts and internal teams to complete work efficiently and minimize downtime.
• Travel daily or for short durations to customer sites across the region, using a company-provided vehicle.
• Apply knowledge of historical electrical code standards to assess and work safely on existing systems.
• Document work performed and communicate findings, recommendations, and issues to appropriate stakeholders.

• At least 3 years of experience working with 4160V medium-voltage electrical systems.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial or industrial experience as a facilities electrician.
• Journeyman electrician license, journeyman certification, or journeyman card.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams.
• Solid understanding of applicable electrical codes and safety standards.
• Proven experience diagnosing and repairing issues in aging and legacy electrical systems.
• Ability to work safely on low and medium-voltage systems, including distribution, panels, and switchgear.
• Effective communication and coordination skills when working with site contacts and internal teams.
• Valid driver’s license (strongly preferred) to travel to customer sites.

• Experience working with a variety of industrial electrical equipment and systems.
• Understanding of historical electrical code standards and how they apply to existing installations.
• Comfort working independently in the field with support from internal teams as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following company procedures and safety practices.
• Ability to manage time effectively while handling daily travel and multiple work orders.

The organization offers a supportive and practical work environment that values your expertise and time. Health insurance premiums for both individuals and families are fully covered, helping you protect those who matter most at no additional cost. A company vehicle is provided for travel to job sites, and all specialized tools required for the role are supplied so you only need to bring your basic hand tools. Overtime opportunities are common, providing the chance to increase your earnings while working within a stable, team-oriented field service setting.

You will start each day by meeting at the shop in West Allis at 7:00 a.m. The typical workday runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with most weeks including overtime for a total of approximately 45–50 hours. Work is assigned throughout southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, with drive times typically within one hour and a maximum of about 2.5 hours; all drive time is paid. A company vehicle is provided for travel, and the company supplies all specialized tools required for the job, while you bring your own basic hand tools. The role is field-based in industrial and commercial facility environments, requiring adherence to standard safety practices and appropriate work attire suitable for electrical and industrial settings.

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

The pay range for this position is $93600.00 - $124800.00/yr.

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.

100% paid health, dental, vision insurance premiums15 days PTO401k with match

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

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.

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.