**Job Title: Electrician** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Electrician to assist with the management of our Preventive Maintenance program. The ideal candidate will be responsible for scheduling, performing, or overseeing performance of maintenance tasks, logging completion electronically, and ensuring safe operations with proper tools and PPE. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment, including PLCs, reviewing and managing the installation process for new equipment, and mentoring less experienced associates. **Responsibilities** + Assist with the management of the Preventive Maintenance program. + Schedule, perform, or oversee performance of maintenance tasks and log completion electronically. + Perform work safely using proper tools and PPE. + Troubleshoot and perform repairs and maintenance on mechanical equipment. + Troubleshoot electrical and controls equipment, including PLCs. + Review new equipment and manage the installation process. + Write procedures for monitoring and preventive maintenance of equipment. + Oversee projects for installations and overhauls. + Mentor associates with less experience. **Essential Skills** + Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge. + Strong problem-solving skills and technical background. + Ability to read mechanical blueprints and electrical schematics. + Good understanding of Pneumatics and Hydraulics. + Good understanding of electrical safety. + Practical understanding of AC/DC motors. + Good judgment, diplomacy, and organizational skills. + Full understanding and practical knowledge of OSHA TAGOUT/LOCKOUT procedures. + Experience troubleshooting and making repairs to production equipment. + Knowledge of 480V systems. + Experience with ACDC motors. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + PLC experience preferred. + Strong knowledge of safe operating procedures. + Effective communication skills. + Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. + High school level technical degree or greater. + Ability to lift 50 pounds. **Why Work Here?** Join a global supplier of commodity and engineering resins, providing cost-effective, high-quality material options to the plastics industry. We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development, and we pride ourselves on delivering the highest level of quality, service, and efficiency to our customers. **Work Environment** The work environment is not climate controlled but is primarily indoors with occasional short periods outside. The temperature in the warehouse is manageable. The position is for the first shift, working from 7 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with after-hours availability for breakdowns as needed. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00 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 Chesapeake,VA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 23, 2024. **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.