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Industrial Electrician
- Aerotek (Petersburg, VA)
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Job Description: Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician
Overview
We are seeking a skilled **Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician** to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical and electronic systems across our facility. You will play a critical part in maintaining equipment reliability, troubleshooting issues, and supporting continuous operations.
Key Responsibilities
+ Begin each day with a safety briefing and conduct facility rounds to inspect machinery.
+ Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical issues to minimize downtime.
+ Install, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic controls for equipment such as pumps, cranes, and other heavy industrial machinery.
+ Balance electrical loads, wire complex circuits, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
+ Utilize diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscopes) to test and verify system performance.
+ Interpret and apply electrical schematics, drawings, and specifications to guide maintenance activities.
Required Skills
+ Strong troubleshooting abilities in industrial electrical systems.
+ PLC troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
+ Proficiency in wiring, schematic interpretation, and electrical controls.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ High school diploma or GED preferred (not mandatory).
+ 3–5 years of experience in heavy industrial electrical maintenance.
+ Solid understanding of shop mathematics, technical drawings, and precision measuring instruments.
+ Intermediate knowledge of AC/DC motor theory and PLC-based troubleshooting.
+ Familiarity with NFPA 70E standards and high-voltage power systems.
+ Skilled in the use of electrical maintenance hand tools.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of North Dinwiddie, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $82450.00 - $82450.00/yr.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision plans starting on day one, plus life insurance and a robust 401K match.
Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement and a clear career path system to help you advance.
Supportive Work Culture: A workplace that values diversity, innovation, and teamwork.
Commitment to Safety and Sustainability: Work in an environment that prioritizes the well-being of its employees and the community.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in North Dinwiddie,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 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.
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