Job Title: Electrician

Job Description

We are looking for Electricians with 3+ years of experience. The role involves electrical troubleshooting throughout the facility, assisting other Operating Technicians on major projects, and supporting production and maintenance tests to ensure maximum production, quality, and inspection. Daily duties include taking work orders, managing inventory, and responding to emergency calls. You will work with electrical switchgear, high voltage up to 480V+, three-phase power distribution, and be required to troubleshoot starters, AC/DC motors, drives, and DC controls. Reading schematics and basic computer knowledge for reporting are essential.

ResponsibilitiesPerform electrical troubleshooting throughout the facility.Assist other Operating Technicians on major projects.Support production and maintenance tests to ensure maximum production, quality, and inspection.Take work orders and manage inventory.Respond to emergency calls.Work with electrical switchgear, high voltage up to 480V+, and three-phase power distribution.Troubleshoot starters, AC/DC motors, drives, and DC controls.Read schematics and report using basic computer knowledge.Perform some mechanical work on motors, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics as needed.Essential Skills3+ years of experience as an Electrician.Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems including 480V motor circuits.Experience with AC/DC motor control.Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing controls, motors, switches, and starters.Ability to read motor control schematics.Basic computer knowledge.Comfortable with some mechanical work on motors, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics.Additional Skills & QualificationsPLC troubleshooting/maintenance experience.Experience with switchgear manipulation of 440V, 480V, and basic knowledge of high and medium voltage power distribution.Basic understanding of plant power one-line diagrams.Experience with low voltage (20-140V).Mechanical troubleshooting skills.Relevant licenses or certifications (Journeyman or Master Electrician status).High school diploma or GED.Why Work Here?

Join a close-knit team with a family-like culture. Enjoy multiple team activities such as golf outings, Christmas parties, training, and seminars. Safety is the number one priority, and you will be rewarded for prioritizing safety. Benefit from a $2,500 signing bonus and another $2,500 after six months.

Work Environment

The work environment is heavy industrial, requiring fire retardant clothing, steel-toed boots, hard hat, and safety glasses. The facility is inside/outside, with exposure to various weather conditions, including extreme heat in the summer. Uniforms, boots, glasses, ear protection, and tools are supplied. Work alongside skilled tradespeople and a team-oriented crew. Safety is paramount, and the company encourages a close-knit, family-like atmosphere. Shifts include a day shift (7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday, potential weekends) and a 12-hour rotating swing shift with an on-call rotation every other month.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 Detroit,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2025.

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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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