Maintenance Electrician

Aerotek; Illinois; On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks

Profit sharing

401(k) match 5%

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Electrician for a direct-hire role in Franklin Park, IL. You will install, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems and automated machinery in a metal fabrication and coating environment.

1st shift, hourly pay $37-$40, with overtime optional. Responsibilities include PMs on motors, conveyors, hydraulics/pneumatics, reading schematics, and PLC/VFD troubleshooting, while maintaining safety standards and working with a collaborative team in a clean

Qualifications

• 3+ years industrial maintenance electrician experience.
• Experience troubleshooting 480V 3-phase electrical systems.
• Read and interpret complex electrical schematics.
• Hands-on PLC and VFD troubleshooting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems and automated machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, conveyors, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Install and repair 120V/240V/480V three-phase power systems.
• Read electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Troubleshoot sensors, relays, contactors, VFDs and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Use multimeters and amp meters to diagnose issues.
• Install conduit, wiring and control panels for upgrades.
• Follow OSHA, lockout/tagout and safety procedures.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

PLC & VFD troubleshooting

Bilingual English/Spanish

Heavy lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Electrician

Compensation & Highlights

• Position Type: Direct Hire (Permanent, full-time placement)
• Hourly Pay: $37.00 - $40.00 / hour (Based on experience)
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Overtime: Optional overtime available
• Location: Franklin Park, IL
• Benefits: 3 weeks PTO immediately + Profit sharing + 5% 401(k) match

Why Join Us?

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed for your long-term financial security and work-life balance. Enjoy a permanent, direct-hire placement with immediate access to paid time off, performance-based profit sharing, a company-matched 401(k) up to 5%, and 100% company-paid life and disability insurance. You will work in a clean, modern, and highly collaborative Franklin Park facility with modern automated machinery.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Electrician installs, troubleshoots, and repairs industrial electrical systems, production equipment, and automated machinery in a metal fabrication and coil coating environment. This role performs both preventative and reactive maintenance on motors, conveyors, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and production lines to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

Core Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot: Diagnose and repair industrial electrical systems and automated machinery.
• Maintain: Perform PMs on motors, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and production lines.
• Power Systems: Install and repair 120V, 240V, and 480V 3-phase power systems.
• Schematics: Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Controls & PLCs: Troubleshoot sensors, relays, contactors, VFDs, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Testing: Use multimeters and amp meters to diagnose electrical issues accurately.
• Projects: Install conduit, wiring, and control panels for upgrades and modifications.
• Safety: Strictly follow OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and company safety procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of industrial maintenance electrician experience preferred.
• Electrical: Proven experience troubleshooting 480V 3-phase electrical systems.
• Blueprints: Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics.
• Automation: Hands-on experience with PLC and VFD troubleshooting.
• Language: Bilingual communication skills (English / Spanish) are a significant plus.
• Physical: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work comfortably in a manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

• Clean, organized, and safe metal fabrication and coil coating facility.
• Please note: The facility is clean but not temperature-controlled (temperatures vary by season).
• High collaboration with a diverse team focused on safety, quality, and quick-turnaround services.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $40.00/hr.

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

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Franklin Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.