**Job Title: Electrician (Mid Day Shift)** **Job Description** This role focuses on establishing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing equipment within production areas. You will ensure machinery and equipment operate at peak performance, provide technical support on electrical and mechanical issues, and perform both troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on a wide range of industrial systems. **Responsibilities** + Establish and maintain all manufacturing equipment within production areas to ensure reliable and efficient operation. + Maintain machinery and equipment in optimum working condition through regular inspections, adjustments, and repairs. + Provide technical assistance to operators and supervisors on mechanical, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic issues. + Recommend equipment replacement when necessary based on condition, performance, and reliability. + Schedule and perform preventive maintenance on production and utility equipment to minimize downtime. + Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components on various types of manufacturing equipment, including variable speed motors, VFDs, Micromaster drives, encoders, contactors, relays, and related software programs. + Troubleshoot and resolve electrical problems involving control wiring and circuit boards, using appropriate electrical measurement devices and mechanical tools. + Read and interpret equipment operation manuals, parts manuals, electrical schematics, blueprints, and related technical documentation. + Perform computer-based tasks related to maintenance work, such as documenting repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment status. + Carry out day-to-day troubleshooting, repair, and installation of low and high voltage (single and three-phase) industrial electromechanical and control systems for utility and production equipment. + Install, wire, and maintain relays, photo-eyes, limit switches, proximity switches, solenoid valves, motors, starters, VFDs, PLC I/O modules, analog control devices, and safety circuits. + Lay out electrical circuits, install fixtures, and bend and run conduit to support equipment installations and modifications. + Install motors and other electrical devices and components in accordance with safety and electrical standards. + Perform mechanical work such as valve replacement, conveyor bearing and chain replacement, motor and gearbox replacement, and lubrication routes for electrical and mechanical components. **Essential Skills** + At least 1 year of experience working as a maintenance technician in an industrial manufacturing environment. + Hands-on experience with electrical wiring and troubleshooting in an industrial setting. + Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, including experience with mechanical repairs and component replacement. + Ability to perform mechanical work such as valve replacement, conveyor bearing and chain replacement, and motor/gearbox replacement. + Proficiency in diagnosing, repairing, and replacing electrical components such as variable speed motors, VFDs, Micromaster drives, encoders, contactors, relays, and related control devices. + Ability to troubleshoot low and high voltage (single and three-phase) industrial electromechanical and control systems. + Skill in installing, wiring, and maintaining relays, photo-eyes, limit switches, proximity switches, solenoid valves, motors, starters, VFDs, PLC I/O modules, analog control devices, and safety circuits. + Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, equipment operation manuals, and parts manuals. + Competence in electrical problem-solving with control wiring and board-level repairs. + Ability to use electrical measurement devices and mechanical tools safely and effectively. + Capability to perform computer-based tasks related to maintenance, such as documentation and basic software interaction. + Must provide and use own basic hand tools required for the role. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience working specifically in an industrial manufacturing environment. + Background with industrial systems such as chillers and other production support equipment. + Familiarity with Micromaster drives and variable frequency drive (VFD) technologies. + Experience with electrical lube routes and routine maintenance practices for electromechanical systems. + Comfort working with low voltage systems and control wiring in a production environment. + Ability to bend and run conduit and install electrical fixtures to support equipment layout changes. + Experience reading and working from detailed blueprints and electrical schematics. + Strong troubleshooting mindset with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve equipment issues. **Why Work Here?** You will join a manufacturing operation where your technical expertise directly supports production reliability and continuous improvement. The role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of industrial equipment and technologies, allowing you to expand your skills in both electrical and mechanical maintenance. You can expect a hands-on environment where your problem-solving abilities are valued, and your contributions help maintain a safe and efficient facility. **Work Environment** This position operates in a busy manufacturing environment that can be dusty and is not temperature controlled, so conditions may vary with the seasons. You will work around industrial production and utility equipment, including motors, VFDs, drives, chillers, and other electromechanical systems. The role requires regular use of electrical measurement devices, mechanical tools, and computer-based systems for documentation and equipment interface. Expect a practical, hands-on setting where appropriate workwear and personal protective equipment are important for safety and comfort during the mid-day shift. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkridge, MD. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Elkridge,MD. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026. **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.