Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrician

Job Description

This role focuses on building electrical control panels, performing field wiring on machines, and troubleshooting electrical and control systems using detailed engineering drawings. You will support customers both remotely and onsite, ensuring all work meets print specifications and internal quality standards while contributing to continuous improvements in workflow, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Build electrical panels and perform field wiring on machines by following engineering drawings and established electrical standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control issues on panels and machines, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Inspect completed work carefully to verify accuracy and quality before moving on to the next assignment, correcting any issues identified.
• Provide customer support via phone, email, and onsite visits to customer plants, including start-up assistance and troubleshooting.
• Communicate job status clearly with team members and collaborate to keep each project on schedule and within quality expectations.
• Identify and recommend improvements to workflows, processes, and methods to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Install and connect sensors, actuators, control panels, and related components in accordance with wiring diagrams and safety standards.
• Use diagnostic tools, including multimeters, to test circuits, verify continuity, and confirm proper system operation.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, electrical schematics, and ladder logic diagrams to perform accurate installations and repairs.
• Participate in machine building and mechanical assembly tasks related to electrical systems as needed.
• Maintain accurate electronic records by entering transactions into computers or tablets and following part delivery instructions.
• Follow simple and complex instructions delivered verbally, in writing, or through computer systems to complete assigned work.
• Handle multiple jobs with a strong sense of urgency, shifting between tasks as required to process a wide variety of projects.
• Lay out jobs and execute the multiple steps required to complete each project from start to finish.
• Perform all work in alignment with the organization’s values, emphasizing quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated experience in panel building, including assembling and wiring electrical control panels.
• Strong field wiring skills for machines and equipment, including routing, terminating, and labeling wires.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, electrical schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Solid electrical troubleshooting skills for both conventional electrical systems and PLC-based systems.
• Experience with machine building and mechanical assembly related to electrical components.
• Ability to install and connect sensors, actuators, HMIs, load cells, and other automation devices.
• Familiarity with PLC brands such as Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) and Siemens.
• Knowledge of control systems and their integration with other automation equipment.
• Proficiency using diagnostic tools, including multimeters, to test and verify electrical circuits.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, especially when interpreting schematics and ladder logic diagrams.
• Effective communication skills for interpreting technical documentation and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to follow instructions provided verbally, in writing, or via computer systems.
• Capability to enter data and transactions into computers or tablets and follow part delivery instructions.
• Physical ability to bend, twist, reach, push, and lift for extended periods daily.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly as required.
• Ability to stand for 8 hours per day, at least 5 days per week.
• High sense of urgency with the ability to shift from job to job to support a variety of projects.
• Strong cause-and-effect analytical abilities to diagnose and resolve technical problems.
• Commitment to performing work in alignment with the organization’s core values.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical trade background, typically gained through an apprenticeship or vocational training in electrical work.
• Experience working as a general electrician or in a similar industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with HMIs, sensors, actuators, load cells, and other control system components.
• Ability to provide clear and professional customer support via phone, email, and onsite visits.
• Open and honest communication style, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Experience with machine building and custom automation systems is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

You will join a long-established organization that offers a flexible work environment and supports a healthy work-life balance. Employees receive health insurance coverage and three weeks of paid personal time, along with the opportunity to earn overtime when needed. Compensation is structured to be appropriate and competitive, complemented by benefits that recognize your skills and contributions. You will work in an environment that values open communication, continuous improvement, and strong alignment with core values.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment with a long history of designing and building converting equipment, including sheeters, stackers, slitters, roll slitters, winders, cutters, and custom automation systems. Sheeters convert rolls into sheets, stackers neatly stack cut sheets, slitters handle slitting wide rolls into narrower rolls, and rewinders convert long rolls into shorter rolls. Custom automation systems, including pick-and-place solutions, are also part of the product portfolio. The work involves hands-on interaction with industrial machinery, electrical panels, and automation components. You will use diagnostic tools such as multimeters and work with PLCs, sensors, actuators, HMIs, and other control devices. The position requires standing for most of the shift, handling physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing bending, twisting, reaching, and pushing throughout the day. Work is typically performed on a standard weekday schedule, with overtime available when needed, and includes travel to customer sites for start-up assistance and troubleshooting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northbrook, IL.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Northbrook,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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.