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Job Title: Industrial Electrician

Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems in a cold storage facility. You will work with a range of voltages and control systems to ensure reliable operation of equipment in a demanding industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems operating at 480 V, 120vAC, and 24vDC.
• Troubleshoot and replace variable frequency drives and other drive systems to restore and optimize equipment performance.
• Diagnose and repair issues with switches, proximity sensors (proxes), and photoeyes to ensure accurate sensing and control.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints to perform accurate installations and repairs.
• Perform basic work with HMIs, including replacing units and supporting troubleshooting activities.
• Install and bend conduit to route wiring safely and in compliance with industrial standards.
• Perform wiring tasks to connect, repair, or modify electrical components and control panels.
• Conduct systematic troubleshooting of electrical problems to minimize downtime and maintain safe operations.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and operations teams to support production and facility uptime.
• Follow all safety procedures and best practices when working with live electrical systems and in cold storage conditions.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on industrial electrical experience, ideally at an intermediate level.
• Proficiency working with 480 V, 120vAC, and 24vDC electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and replace drives in an industrial environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot switches, proximity sensors (proxes), and photoeyes.
• Basic familiarity with HMIs, including replacing units and supporting troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with conduit bending and installation.
• Strong wiring skills in an industrial setting.
• Solid employment tenure demonstrating reliability and commitment.
• Willingness and ability to work day shift from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and every other Saturday as scheduled.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Willingness to learn HMI programming with on-the-job training.
• Interest in expanding knowledge of industrial automation and control systems.
• Comfort working in a cold storage environment around fish, shellfish, and other common allergens.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail in troubleshooting tasks.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with maintenance and operations teams.

Why Work Here?

The company offers multiple learning opportunities once you become a permanent team member, including training on HMI programming and advanced troubleshooting skills. You will work in a stable, structured environment with clear hours and the chance to develop your industrial electrical expertise. The culture emphasizes growth, hands-on learning, and long-term career development.

Work Environment

This role is based in a cold storage facility where you will work around fish, shellfish, and other common allergens. Monday through Friday, with work every other Saturday unless you volunteer for additional Saturdays. You will regularly work with industrial electrical systems, including 480 V, 120vAC, and 24vDC, as well as drives, HMIs, switches, proxes, and photoeyes. The environment requires appropriate cold storage attire and adherence to safety protocols for both electrical work and cold conditions.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.