Maintenance Electrician
Job Description
We are seeking a Maintenance Electrician who will be responsible for conducting planned maintenance activities, installing, maintaining, and operating all plant electrical systems. The role involves troubleshooting and programming PLCs, adhering to safety regulations, and ensuring GMP and quality standards are met to maintain the efficient flow of production. A background in food manufacturing is preferred.
Responsibilities
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Install, maintain, and operate all plant electrical systems, including switch gear, high/low voltage, drives, parts, and lighting.
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Set up all electronic equipment for scheduled production runs.
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Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair all electronic equipment such as wiring, scales, and metal detectors.
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Troubleshoot and program PLCs and encoder systems, including wiring.
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Conduct daily and weekly electrical preventive maintenance.
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Fabricate custom electronic parts as needed.
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Implement safety devices on production lines.
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Complete required reports in English, including PM, Work Orders, and Centerline.
Essential Skills
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Electrical troubleshooting to diagnose, maintain, and repair industrial manufacturing equipment.
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Preventive maintenance to ensure equipment is properly functioning.
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Wiring and running conduit for special projects or installations.
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Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
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Minimum 1 year of electrical/electronic or related experience required.
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PLC certification preferred.
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Knowledge of plant safety, GMPs, and confined spaces.
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Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics/prints.
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Capability to complete work and purchase requests.
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Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.17 - $40.17/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 Oakdale,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.