Junior Industrial Electrician - Hands-on Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

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 our scrap metal recycling facility. This entry-level role offers hands-on training alongside experienced electricians and maintenance professionals.

The ideal candidate has basic electrical experience, a strong mechanical aptitude, and is willing to learn in a heavy industrial environment. Prior scrap yard experience is not required, and safety is emphasized throughout the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–12 months of electrical experience or relevant electrical trade school/apprenticeship training.
• Basic understanding of electrical wiring, circuits, and components.
• Familiarity with electrical tools and testing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work in a heavy industrial environment, indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems on industrial equipment.
• Support maintenance and repairs on shredders, conveyors, electric motors, and scrap processing machinery.
• Assist with replacing electrical components, including switches, sensors, relays, contactors, and wiring.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine electrical inspections.
• Assist with troubleshooting motor controls, electrical panels, and basic electrical circuits.
• Read and interpret basic electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment safely.
• Work alongside senior electricians and maintenance mechanics to resolve equipment issues.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO).

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Electrical trade school/apprenticeship training

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Sims Metal in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team at our scrap metal recycling facility. This entry-level role offers hands-on training alongside experienced electricians and maintenance professionals.

The ideal candidate has basic electrical experience, a strong mechanical aptitude, and is willing to learn in a heavy industrial environment. Prior scrap yard experience is not required, and safety is emphasized throughout the role.