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

• 5–6 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.

• Background 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 fast-paced production 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.

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 Jun 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.