Maintenance Electrician

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Electrician
Job Description
This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment with a strong emphasis on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. You will use your hands-on experience in a plant environment to keep production running safely and efficiently while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities

• Perform advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on industrial manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with PLC-controlled systems, including basic PLC troubleshooting as needed.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and blueprints to identify faults and plan repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment used in stamping and welding operations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, replace, and repair machine components such as cylinders, pumps, motors, spindles, valves, gears, switches, and bearings.
• Draw and interpret start/stop switch diagrams to support wiring, installation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to extend equipment life and improve reliability.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices to maintain a safe work environment and protect equipment and personnel.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage accurately for future reference and continuous improvement.
• Support continuous improvement (Kaizen) efforts by sharing ideas to enhance equipment performance, safety, and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• 56 years of experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills on industrial equipment and systems.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical troubleshooting and repair in a production setting.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment at a basic to intermediate level.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and blueprints.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, replace, and repair machine components including cylinders, pumps, motors, spindles, valves, gears, switches, and bearings.
• Ability to draw and understand start/stop switch diagrams for troubleshooting and wiring.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing operations, preferably in areas such as stamping and welding.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established procedures and guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Formal technical schooling or vocational training in industrial maintenance, electrical, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working in stamping and welding departments or similar heavy manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement (Kaizen) principles and practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a respectful, team-oriented environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving equipment issues.
• Willingness to work across multiple shifts as needed to support operations.

Why Work Here?
You will join a stable organization that values hands-on technical expertise and supports long-term career growth. The environment encourages skill development through real-world manufacturing experience and offers clear opportunities for advancement. You will be part of a respectful, collaborative, and supportive team culture where your ideas for continuous improvement are welcomed and implemented. The role provides competitive compensation, overtime opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package, all within a safety-first workplace that prioritizes employee well-being.
Work Environment
This position is based in an industrial manufacturing facility, primarily supporting the stamping and welding departments. You will rotate through 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, typically spending 2 to 3 months on each shift based on operational needs. The work involves hands-on maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment in a high-volume delivery environment. Safety procedures are emphasized, and you will work with standard industrial tools, machinery, and diagnostic equipment while collaborating closely with production and maintenance teams.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Beach, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $41.74 - $42.49/hr.
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.
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 Long Beach,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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):
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