Industrial Electrician

Tradesmen International; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 4,822,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Vacation Pay

Tradesmen+ Rewards Program

Job summary

Tradesmen International in Reading, PA is immediately hiring experienced Industrial Electricians for first shift projects in the Reading area. The pay rate is up to $35/hour based on experience and skill level, with opportunities to advance your career while working with a team that values safety and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities include installing, wiring, testing, and commissioning industrial equipment; performing preventive maintenance on motors, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, PLC-related

Qualifications

• Previous industrial electrical experience
• Experience troubleshooting motors, controls, VFDs, MCCs, PLC-related equipment, and industrial electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Experience performing preventative and corrective maintenance in an industrial environment
• Familiarity with electrical testing equipment and procedures
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Install, wire, test, and commission industrial electrical equipment and systems
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on motors, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, PLC-related equipment, sensors, and control systems
• Troubleshoot electrical faults using drawings, schematics, meters, and diagnostic equipment
• Inspect electrical equipment and identify potential failures, hazards, and maintenance requirements
• Repair or replace breakers, contactors, relays, switches, wiring, and other electrical components
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Perform electrical testing, insulation resistance testing, continuity checks, and system inspections
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and plant improvement projects
• Respond to electrical breakdowns and emergency service needs to minimize downtime
• Coordinate with mechanical, instrumentation, automation, and production teams to resolve equipment issues
• Maintain electrical tools, test equipment, spare parts, and work areas in safe operating condition
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, standards, permits, and company procedures
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and all site-specific safety requirements

Skills

Industrial electricity

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Description

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Industrial Electricians for projects located in or around Reading, PA. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is up to $35/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are an Electrician and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope:

• Install, wire, test, and commission industrial electrical equipment and systems
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on motors, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, PLC-related equipment, sensors, and control systems
• Troubleshoot electrical faults using drawings, schematics, meters, and diagnostic equipment
• Inspect electrical equipment and identify potential failures, hazards, and maintenance requirements
• Repair or replace breakers, contactors, relays, switches, wiring, and other electrical components
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Perform electrical testing, insulation resistance testing, continuity checks, and system inspections
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and plant improvement projects
• Respond to electrical breakdowns and emergency service needs to minimize downtime
• Coordinate with mechanical, instrumentation, automation, and production teams to resolve equipment issues
• Maintain electrical tools, test equipment, spare parts, and work areas in safe operating condition
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, standards, permits, and company procedures
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and all site-specific safety requirements

Requirements:

• Previous industrial electrical experience
• Experience troubleshooting motors, controls, VFDs, MCCs, PLC-related equipment, and industrial electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Experience performing preventative and corrective maintenance in an industrial environment
• Familiarity with electrical testing equipment and procedures
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
• Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Company Details

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
• Vacation Pay
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

Location

US-PA-READING