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Job Title: Maintenance Electrician

Job Description

Join a global leader in wheel and tire assembly manufacturing as a Maintenance Electrician. This role involves installing, altering, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures. You will lead and direct a team of 2-5 Electricians, working independently or under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Engineering Manager. This position demands independent judgment and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

+ Logically engineer, design, draw schematics, troubleshoot, and repair electrical/electronic equipment efficiently.

+ Lead and direct the work of 2-5 electricians.

+ Perform work independently or under general supervision.

+ Maintain highest standards of excellence for safety, housekeeping, and quality.

+ Ensure compliance with all codes and regulations.

Essential Skills

+ Proficient knowledge of electronic and PLC technology and programming.

+ Familiarity with electrical theory, NEC codes, and OSHA standards.

+ Ability to locate, analyze, and correct power failures, short circuits, and electrical-related problems.

+ Minimum of 3 years experience in electrical systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Preferred PLC troubleshooting.

+ Experience with Allen-Bradley systems.

+ Knowledge of enterprise asset management and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Why Work Here?

Join a company that impacts global agriculture with a focus on safety, quality, and service. Benefit from competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, vested pension plans after five years, and quarterly productivity bonuses. Enjoy opportunities for career growth and recognition through Employee of the Month programs. Participate in union facilities with options for ERA and PTO, including two weeks after one year of service.

Work Environment

Work on-site in Des Moines, Iowa, with availability for 1st and 3rd shifts. The facility includes machines from the 1940s and newer automated equipment, and is not temperature-controlled. Dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, safety glasses, and hearing protection on the production floor. During peak busy season, work up to 80 hours with weekend pay incentives.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Des Moines, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision - all good and competitive in the market; a lot of employees say there is no co pay required

5 year vested pensions

Productivity Bonus provided quarterly based on plant performance

Employee of the month spotlight & Senior team member spotlight

ERA - Gives union members an opportunity to opt-in for union dues used for political purposes, rather than requiring them to opt-out

PTO - 2 wks after 1 year

Birthday Month spotlight

Career Growth Opportunities - promote from within

OT - determined by seniority

Union facility

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 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.