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Job Title: Shop Electrical Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Shop Technician to perform repairs, upgrades, and overhauls of Low and Medium Voltage Circuit Breakers both in a shop environment and on-site. The ideal candidate will be comfortable testing transformers with low-medium voltage at 35-45k volts and will possess mechanical and electrical abilities. You may lead and train other team members in the absence of a Shop Supervisor or Service Manager.

Responsibilities

+ Perform repairs, upgrades, and overhauls of Low and Medium Voltage Circuit Breakers.

+ Provide on-site maintenance and testing of power distribution equipment.

+ Lead and train team members in equipment repair when required.

+ Ensure the proper functioning of electrical power distribution equipment at customer facilities throughout the Acadiana, LA area.

Essential Skills

+ Electrical troubleshooting and service experience.

+ Proficiency with hand and power tools.

+ Ability to read blueprints and perform field service.

+ Journeyman license in electrical work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Understanding and repair of mechanical, electrical, and diesel equipment.

+ EPA Certification in refrigeration.

+ Experience with VFDs, VSDs, soft starts, and 'across the line' motor starting.

+ Factory training in diesel, generator, compressor, and HVAC systems.

+ Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

+ High School Diploma required; technical degree or certificate a plus.

Why Work Here?

We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth. Our organization is committed to fostering a supportive work environment that values teamwork, skill development, and career advancement.

Work Environment

This position involves shop work with occasional on-site maintenance tasks. The role requires a strong focus on generator, electrical, and HVAC power repair. Candidates will participate in on-call rotations and may receive per diem for service calls in the future.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Broussard, Louisiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $40.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Broussard,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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.