Industrial Electrician

Industrial ElectricianImmediately hiring an Industrial Electrician in Berlin, NJ for a premier Industrial Manufacturing Company in the Berlin NJ area. Experience within Industrial is required with PLC exp preferred.Shift/Pay: 5 Days a week 7:00AM - 3:30PM Monday-Friday Flexible Schedule rotating between 1st/3rd ( 4 on 3 off, 5 on, 7 off) 12 Hour 7am-7pmPay Rate $42.16Job DescriptionAs an Industrial Electrician, you will be tasked with inspecting, maintaining, and performing preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment. Your role is crucial in ensuring the seamless operation of electrical circuits and systems.ResponsibilitiesInspect electrical equipment and industrial machinery to identify potential issues and ensure safe and efficient operation.Perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems, motors, generators, controllers, switches, and related equipment.Assemble and install new or repaired electrical circuits, systems, instrumentation, and equipment such as motors, regulators, controllers, generators, and switches.Diagnose electrical problems, perform repairs, and document all work performed in a clear and accurate manner.Conduct electrical testing using meggers, voltmeters, ammeters, ground locating equipment, and other electrical test instruments.Configure, commission, troubleshoot, and start up AC and DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial lighting equipment.Read, comprehend, and interpret basic electrical prints and drawings, and create markups for electrical installations as needed.Start, stop, maintain, and assist with the installation and repair of generating and power distribution equipment.Dismantle and assemble electrical motors and related allied equipment for repair or maintenance.Install and repair electrical conduit and cable, including making proper connections, controls, and grounding to meet safety and operational standards.Prepare work orders, requisitions, inspection reports, and documentation related to time distribution and material usage.SkillsStrong experience in industrial electrical maintenance, including inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery and equipment.Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting and electrical repair in an industrial environment.Hands-on experience with 480V electrical systems.Ability to configure, commission, troubleshoot, and start up AC/DC drives.Experience working with PLC (Programmable Logic Control) systems, including troubleshooting and installation.Experience working with HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems.Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control System) environments and installations.Ability to perform electrical testing using meggers, voltmeters, ammeters, and ground locating equipment.Ability to read, interpret, and work from electrical prints, drawings, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to write routine reports, work orders, correspondence, and inspection documentation clearly and accurately.Additional Skills & QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED.Electrical Journeyman certification, or 5+ years of verified experience as an industrial maintenance electrician.Experience installing electrical conduit, cable, controls, and grounding in a manufacturing or industrial setting.Ability to assemble, install, and maintain industrial lighting equipment.Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety in high-noise and high-activity environments.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with varying conditions.Why Work Here?The organization actively invests in a positive and supportive culture, regularly showing appreciation to employees through special events and food offerings, including holiday turkey distributions. Team members benefit from comprehensive benefits such as paid holidays, annual merit increases, a generous 401(k) match, retirement plan options, and tuition reimbursement to support ongoing professional development. Additional perks include dental, vision, and life insurance, an employee assistance program, employee discounts, flexible spending accounts, PTO, and other programs designed to promote well-being, work-life balance, and long-term financial security.Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled, where temperatures can be hot or humid and surfaces may be wet, dusty, or uneven. Employees may be exposed to high noise levels, vibration, and fumes, and must consistently follow safety protocols. Personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toe footwear, ear protection, eye protection, gloves, and head protection in designated areas. The setting is hands-on, industrial, and physically active, requiring comfort working around heavy machinery and complex electrical systems.Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Berlin, NJ.Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $87360.00 - $87360.00/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.11 Paid Holidays Annual Merit Increases 401k (generous match) Dental Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance PTO Retirement Plan Tuition Reimbursement Vision InsuranceWorkplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Berlin, NJ.Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 2026.