Job Title: Electrician Tech
Job Description

An Electrician installs basic electrical equipment and systems in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. This role involves assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, conduit, cable, equipment, components, and devices associated with electrical equipment, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans.

ResponsibilitiesRunning rigid (1.5 inch) pipe down to gear boxWiring 3-way switchesAssembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, conduit, cable, equipment, components, and devicesInstalling and mounting electronic controls, devices, panels, sensors, and componentsPerforming interlock wiring as requiredTesting electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devicesInspecting installation sites and studying work orders, building plans, and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation proceduresDiagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of breakdowns and correct problemsDirecting and training workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixturesReading contract drawingsWorking with Electrical Distribution systems and wiring up to 480VInstalling conduit, wireways, pulling wiring/cables, and terminating cablesReading and interpreting electrical blueprints and control wiring diagramsEssential SkillsExperience as a 3rd or 4th-year apprentice electrician (Electrical helper role for the past 3 or 4 years)Journeyman or Master level with at least 4 years of experienceCommercial backgroundExperience working with 480 voltsExperience bending and installing rigid 1.5-inch pipeAbility to perform modifications as neededExperience wiringAdditional Skills & QualificationsElectrical ApprenticeMaster or JourneymanWhy Work Here?

Employees have the opportunity to enroll in an apprentice program, which is paid out of pocket and reimbursed after completing the program and receiving their Journeyman card. There is also an opportunity to work in the field with per diem on projects/travel. Employees work at the same manufacturing facility every day with minimal weekend work, providing a stable work-life balance. The company is expecting significant growth, offering numerous opportunities for internal promotion.

Work Environment

The work environment is a manufacturing setting where PPE, including a hard hat, safety vest, and safety glasses, is required and provided (except steel-toed boots). The shift schedule is Monday to Thursday from 5:30 am to 4 pm and Friday from 5:30 am to 1:30 pm, allowing for ample overtime opportunities. The facility is modern and well-maintained.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ruther Glen, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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