Job Title: Electrical Technician Job Description The Electrical Technician is responsible for planning detailed working procedures, determining replacement needs or new material requirements, and developing a logical approach to address problems. The role involves analyzing circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electronic devices and systems.
Responsibilities • Receive wiring diagrams, specifications, and instructions for emergency and scheduled repairs and installation inspection work.
• Perform work requiring thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, and properties of materials.
• Start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuits, and similar devices.
• Install, repair, and maintain communication cables, power distribution systems, and splice pieces as necessary.
• Fabricate parts if not commercially available using machine and hand tools common to the trade.
• Analyze and make necessary running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls.
• Advise and caution operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous electrical equipment noted and corrective actions taken.
• Install, program, start-up, and troubleshoot PLC and DDC based control systems.
• May work as part of a mechanical team on major installations with other trades such as machinists and pipefitters.
• May perform temporary or long-term repairs in other areas of Plant Maintenance such as pipefitting, HVAC, boiler room, etc.
• Comply with all safety policies, report safety violations, and attend safety meetings.
• Report problems regarding food safety to supervisor or manager.
Essential Skills • Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams
• Experience in assembly, installation, and preventive maintenance
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and blueprint reading
• 5 to 8 years of experience as an industrial electrician
• Experience with 3 Phase Plant Power Distribution systems, motor theory, and PLC controls
Additional Skills & Qualifications • Vocational school or junior technical college training as an industrial electrician
• Formal training in PLC based industrial control systems
• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions and correspondences in English
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations
• Experience with robotics is desirable
Why Work Here? This position offers good pay, a favorable work schedule, and benefits after a contract period, making it an attractive opportunity for individuals seeking stability and growth.
Work Environment The work environment is in a manufacturing setting, requiring frequent lifting of up to 60 lbs., standing and walking for long periods of time, and working from elevated platforms. The role involves a schedule of Monday to Friday from 2 PM to 10 PM, with overtime availability.
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, Pennsylvania.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $750000.00/yr.
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 Reading,PA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025.
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.
$70000-$750000 per year Employment Type: Full-Time