Maintenance Electrician

Aerotek; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Union benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Aerotek seeks a Maintenance Electrician in Landover, MD to install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical and electromechanical systems on the production floor. You will work second or night shift, ensuring GMPs and high housekeeping, with overtime on Fridays and Saturdays as needed.

You will read schematics, work with PLCs and VFDs, and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and support continuous operations in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of manufacturing experience handling all levels of power voltage.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical controls on production systems and equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Install and connect electrical systems including wiring, conduits, and circuit breakers.
• Read and interpret schematics and blueprints for accurate installation and repair.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and electromechanical equipment.
• Document repairs and parts used to support maintenance records.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

PLC troubleshooting

VFDs

Power voltage handling

Preventive maintenance

Electrical controls repair

Mechanical systems familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical apprenticeship program

Trade school or technical program

Tools

PLCs & control systems

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician

This role supports a manufacturing facility by installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and electromechanical systems across the production floor. You will work on second or night shift, ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently while maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and high housekeeping standards. The position involves hands‑on work with power distribution, control systems, and production machinery to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and perform minor troubleshooting on production equipment to achieve optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve electrical and technical problems on production systems, facilities, and equipment with minimal supervision.
• Install and connect new electrical systems including wiring, conduit, fuses, circuit breakers, clock circuits, magnetic starters, and control systems.
• Work with PLCs, VFDs, and other control components to support automated manufacturing processes, including PLC troubleshooting as needed.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical instructions to perform accurate installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment to reduce unplanned failures.
• Identify and order required parts using established parts identification and procurement procedures.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and excellent housekeeping throughout the shift in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support safe plant operations by handling all levels of power voltage in accordance with safety standards and company policies.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to coordinate repairs and minimize impact on manufacturing schedules.
• Document work performed, including repairs, adjustments, and parts used, to support maintenance records and continuous improvement.
• Respond to equipment issues during second or night shift and participate in overtime work on Fridays and Saturdays as needed to support production demands.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical or trade school graduate or completion of an electrical apprenticeship program.
• Knowledge and skill equivalent to at least two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing environment handling all levels of power voltage.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls on production systems, facilities, and equipment with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical instructions.
• Experience repairing and maintaining electromechanical equipment.
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Hands‑on experience with PLCs and PLC troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), including setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical, mechanical, and control systems in a production setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Formal technical training from a trade or technical school in electrical, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
• Experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Familiarity with parts identification and procurement procedures for maintenance and repair work.
• Comfort working with schematics, blueprints, and detailed technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently on second or night shift and respond effectively to urgent maintenance issues.
• Willingness to work overtime on some Fridays and Saturdays as required by production needs.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers structured vacation benefits that grow with tenure, including a full week of vacation earned after one year of employment and additional vacation time that increases with length of service. Team members can enjoy a birthday leave day, with the flexibility to take time off during their birthday month or receive equivalent pay based on their shift schedule. Paid holidays are included and compensated according to scheduled hours, supporting predictable time off and income. Hourly rate increases typically occur annually, providing clear opportunities for regular wage growth. Union membership is supported through automatic deductions for initiation fees and dues, with transparent percentage‑based calculations tied to hourly rates, contributing to a stable and structured employment environment.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a plant environment on second shift (approximately 2:15 p.m. to 12:45 a.m., Sunday through Thursday) or night shift (approximately 9:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday), with some Friday and Saturday overtime as needed. The role requires frequent movement across the production floor, where temperatures may vary and dust particulates may be present. Prolonged standing and walking are common, along with regular bending, stooping, climbing, and crouching to service, troubleshoot, and clean equipment. The position involves pushing, lifting, and pulling raw materials such as film, tin tie rolls, and valves weighing up to 60 pounds. You will work around mechanical equipment with moving parts and be exposed to high noise levels, dust, heat, cold, and fumes from chemicals used in flavorings. Appropriate safety practices and protective equipment are used to perform work safely in this industrial setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of LANDOVER, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $63440.00 - $68640.00/yr.

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.

12 HolidaysUnion BenefitsMedicalDentalVision

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in LANDOVER,MD.

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.