Maintenance Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrician
Job Description

This role provides hands-on electrical support for production lines, facility equipment, and campus infrastructure while working closely with a senior controls engineer and PLC programmer. You will troubleshoot electrical issues, perform project-based electrical work, and contribute to ongoing automation initiatives designed to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.

Responsibilities

• Train alongside a senior controls engineer on overnight shifts to learn site-specific systems, processes, and standards.
• Partner day to day with a PLC programmer on the production floor to support automated equipment and resolve electrical issues.
• Respond promptly to production calls and act as the primary hands-on electrical expert for manual troubleshooting and repairs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues on production lines, facility equipment, and campus infrastructure.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to identify faults, plan repairs, and support system modifications.
• Change out and replace motors and related electrical components as needed to maintain reliable operation.
• Perform project-based electrical work, including running cabling, installing and bending conduit, and completing wiring tasks.
• Collaborate with the controls systems technician and PLC programmer to support automation projects and upgrades.
• Take on proactive electrical projects that align with overall goals to automate processes and reduce downtime.
• Support both electrical and basic mechanical troubleshooting to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Document work performed and communicate status updates to relevant stakeholders on the production floor.

• 1–2 years of experience in an electrical role supporting industrial, manufacturing, or similar environments.
• Proven ability to perform electrical troubleshooting on production equipment and facility systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics accurately.
• Hands-on experience with conduit installation, including running and bending conduit and pulling wire.
• Experience with wiring, cabling, and basic electrical installations and repairs.
• Ability to change out motors and perform related electrical maintenance tasks.
• Understanding of basic mechanical troubleshooting to support equipment repairs.
• Minimum of an associate degree or equivalent technical education, or demonstrated technical competency through industry experience.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with controls engineers and PLC programmers.
• Comfort working primarily on the production floor and responding to issues as they arise.

• Engineering degree is strongly preferred but not required if equivalent experience can be clearly demonstrated.
• Experience working alongside controls system technicians or PLC programmers in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with automation projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to balance reactive support with proactive project work.
• Willingness to learn advanced controls and automation concepts from a senior controls engineer.

You will work in an environment that values autonomy while still providing a strong buddy system for support and learning. The organization is heavily focused on expanding automation, offering continuous exposure to new technologies and projects as they move toward fully automating their processes. This setting provides opportunities to grow your technical skills, contribute to meaningful improvements, and build a long-term career in controls and automation.

Work Environment

The role is primarily based on the production floor, working hands-on with equipment, electrical systems, and automation technology. You will train on overnight shifts with a senior controls engineer and collaborate closely with a PLC programmer and a controls systems technician. The work involves frequent movement around the facility, handling tools, running conduit, pulling cable, and working in and around production machinery and facility infrastructure. The environment is project-oriented and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on reliability, safety, and continuous automation improvements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $36.05 - $43.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.