Electrical Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Reading Truck Body, LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Truck Body, LLC is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Reading, PA to maintain and repair electrical systems used in industrial equipment.

The role involves troubleshooting, PLC programming, and wiring tasks in a manufacturing setting, adhering to NEC standards, safety, and environmental regulations. Strong reading of schematics and independent work style are important for success.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical trade materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Familiar with applicable laws, codes and procedures.
• Understanding of electronic theory and PLC-based equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to install, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and overhaul electromechanical and electrical equipment.
• Install new electrical equipment according to NEC and company standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems.
• Prepare, install and assemble conduits and wiring.
• Perform medium voltage switching (600 volts) and operate generators.
• Read diagrams and prints; update diagrams as needed.
• Comply with clearance standards, safety and environmental regulations.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures.
• Work safely and cooperatively with others.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical theory

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team communication

Independent work

Tools

Electrical test meters

Conduit tools

Power tools

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Reading, PA, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 4:00 AM

How You Will Make an Impact

The Electrical Maintenance Technician will perform skilled work in the construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and electronic equipment, apparatus and fixtures used in industrial application.

The Nuts and Bolts

• Inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul electromechanical, electrical control, lighting, wiring, communications, and solid-state electrical equipment, using a variety of electrical test equipment, meters, powered and non-powered tools and equipment.
• Install new electrical and electronic equipment according to the National Electrical Code and company electrical standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
• Prepare, install and assemble conduits and wiring through them.
• Perform medium voltage switching (600 volts) and operate generators in support of operations.
• Read technician diagrams and prints. Accurately maintain, document and revise diagrams and prints with any changes.
• Comply with and practice proper equipment clearance standards.
• Perform all work in compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety and environment regulations.
• Comply with station lockout/tag out procedures as mandated by company policy.
• Work safely and cooperatively with co-workers

Required Credentials

Experience :

• Methods, equipment and materials used in the electrical trade.
• General knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Principles of electronic theory as applied to electrical and electronic circuits, wiring and electrical equipment
• Theory of operation and use of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) units and other computer based equipment.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work from blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Install, including programming, and troubleshooting PLC based equipment.

How We Make an Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

We offer big company perks with small company culture:

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.