Entry-Level Industrial Electrician — Hands-On Training

Sims Limited; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Hands-on training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Sims Metal in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team at the Jersey City scrap metal recycling facility. This role offers hands-on development in industrial electrical systems alongside experienced professionals.

Ideal candidates have basic electrical troubleshooting skills, strong mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn. Prior scrap yard experience is not required, with training provided on site.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months electrical experience or relevant training
• Basic understanding of wiring, circuits and components
• Familiarity with electrical tools and testing equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
• Willingness to learn industrial electrical systems
• Ability to work in a heavy industrial environment with safety focus

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems on industrial equipment
• Support maintenance on shredders, conveyors, motors and related machinery
• Replace electrical components such as switches, sensors, relays, contactors, wiring
• Perform preventive maintenance and electrical inspections
• Read and interpret basic electrical diagrams and schematics
• Use hand and power tools and electrical testing equipment safely
• Collaborate with senior electricians and maintenance staff to resolve issues
• Follow safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO)

Skills

Electrical experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Education

Electrical trade school/apprenticeship

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Sims Metal in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team at the Jersey City scrap metal recycling facility. This role offers hands-on development in industrial electrical systems alongside experienced professionals.

Ideal candidates have basic electrical troubleshooting skills, strong mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn. Prior scrap yard experience is not required, with training provided on site.