• Electrical Maintenance Technician

    Aerotek (Jessup, MD)


    Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician

    Job Description

    In this role, you will be responsible for installing and repairing electrical systems, apparatus, and components of machinery and equipment. You will follow electrical codes, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.

    Responsibilities

    + Assist and direct lower-level maintenance employees, advising them on proper work methods and ensuring adherence to instructions.

    + Determine the root cause of defects or problems using the '5 Why' technique with management's assistance.

    + Perform complex testing, diagnosis, maintenance, adjustment, and revision work on mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, or hydraulic control mechanisms.

    + Conduct preventive maintenance and routine repairs on control circuitry, bearings, chains, sprockets, conveyors, motors, belts, and other equipment components.

    + Observe system components in operation and apply appropriate testing methods to ensure continued proper functioning.

    + Locate and rectify sources of trouble, especially in emergencies, to avoid or minimize production interruptions.

    + Install or modify equipment as needed or directed.

    + Report circumstances surrounding equipment failures and recommend corrective measures.

    + Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and specifications to locate and correct operational issues.

    + Dismantle malfunctioning systems, test components, adjust or replace defective parts, and reassemble repaired systems.

    + Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.

    + Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, including pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, jacks, and hoists.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in pneumatics, diagnostics, troubleshooting, facilities maintenance, production maintenance, and packaging equipment.

    + Proficiency with schematic diagrams, machinery, and general maintenance.

    + 3-8 years of industrial maintenance experience.

    + Experience with hydraulics, PLC, and food processing environments.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to install and repair equipment.

    + Strong skills in diagnosing issues.

    + Experience working with packaging equipment.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Employees receive a sign-on bonus, with incremental payouts at 30 and 90 days. The company is expanding its portfolio in the food space, providing growth opportunities.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a refrigerated environment on high-speed packaging equipment. Enjoy a multicultural workplace where seven different languages are spoken. The shift runs from Sunday to Thursday, 8 PM until completion, typically lasting 8 to 10 hours a night.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Jessup, Maryland.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $65000.00/yr.

    PTO

    Family benefits

     

    Dental

     

    Vision

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Jessup,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 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.