Industrial Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Electrical Technician

Job Description

This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced Industrial Electrician who enjoys hands-on mechanical work and wants a clear path into maintenance leadership. You will play a critical role in maintaining and improving the facility, combining electrical mastery with mechanical and fabrication skills while helping to build a proactive, reliability-focused maintenance culture.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, controllers, relays, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and power circuits up to 480V.
• Read and interpret complex electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve electrical issues efficiently and safely.
• Perform mechanical repairs on production and facility equipment, ensuring reliable and safe operation.
• Carry out welding and basic fabrication tasks to modify, repair, or build equipment and support structures as needed.
• Complete basic plumbing tasks to support equipment operation and facility infrastructure.
• Execute preventative maintenance schedules on electrical and mechanical systems to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergency equipment breakdowns to keep production running smoothly.
• Handle work orders for equipment modifications and new installations, ensuring projects are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment, following all safety procedures and best practices.
• Support the development of a proactive maintenance culture by identifying recurring issues, recommending improvements, and contributing to long-term maintenance planning.
• Demonstrate leadership potential by taking ownership of tasks, mentoring others when appropriate, and preparing for future advancement into a maintenance management role.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Industrial Electrician in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics for troubleshooting and repair.
• Proven experience working with motors, controllers, relays, VFDs, and power circuits up to 480V.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude with experience performing mechanical repairs on industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform welding tasks and basic fabrication work.
• Ability to carry out basic plumbing tasks related to equipment and facility maintenance.
• Comfort working in a dual-focus role that requires both electrical expertise and mechanical skills.
• Physical ability to perform physically demanding tasks and repetitive work for extended periods.
• Commitment to working safely and maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a methodical approach to diagnosing and resolving equipment issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Versatile, "jack-of-all-trades" mindset with a working knowledge of welding, mechanical systems, and basic fabrication.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with pneumatics and related systems used in industrial equipment.
• Comfort taking on project leadership responsibilities for equipment modifications and new installations.
• Interest in growing into a maintenance leadership or maintenance manager role over time.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with production, maintenance, and other team members.
• Organized and detail-oriented approach to completing work orders and documenting maintenance activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Rock Island, IL.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 Rock Island,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.