Electrical Mechanic

Aerotek; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Onsite work in Princeton

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an experienced Electrician Mechanic for a contract-to-hire role based in Princeton, NJ. The position involves troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment in a manufacturing or industrial setting, prioritizing equipment reliability and safety.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with industrial machinery, and the ability to perform preventative maintenance and collaborate with

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or electrician experience.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC motors, VFDs, relays, and control circuits.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings; PLC troubleshooting a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and automated equipment.
• Install and modify electrical wiring and machinery.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Read electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Respond to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Maintain inspections and maintenance records.
• Ensure OSHA and electrical code compliance.
• Assist with equipment upgrades and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to optimize performance.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Industrial Maintenance

PLC Diagnostics

Motor Controls

Preventative Maintenance

Schematics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Mechanical Repairs

Safety Compliance

Equipment Installation

Job description

Electrician Mechanic - Princeton, NJ

Pay Rate: $30.00 - $35.00/hour

Location: Princeton, NJ

Schedule: Full-Time

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Electrician Mechanic responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with industrial machinery, and the ability to perform preventative maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot motors, drives, control panels, PLCs, sensors, and automated equipment.
• Install, maintain, and modify electrical wiring and industrial machinery.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.
• Conduct inspections and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, company safety standards, and electrical codes.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, facility projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance, electrician, or electrical mechanic experience.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC motors, VFDs, relays, contactors, and control circuits.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems using meters and diagnostic tools.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting preferred.
• Industrial, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or facility maintenance experience a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Industrial Maintenance
• PLC Diagnostics
• Motor Controls
• Preventative Maintenance
• Blueprints & Schematics
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics
• Mechanical Repairs
• Safety Compliance
• Equipment Installation

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $30-$35/hour
• Overtime opportunities
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Princeton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $34.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Princeton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

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.