Maintenance Electrician

The Boeing Company; Ridley Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Ridley Park, PA, is seeking a Maintenance Electrician A to install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems in an industrial setting on the 2nd shift. This hourly role is 100% onsite and governed by the UAW.

Candidates should have an electrical apprenticeship, NEC experience and a recognized electrical certification, with 3+ years in machine tool or industrial maintenance. Visa sponsorship is not offered. Relocation is not provided.

Qualifications

• Completed electrical apprenticeship program.
• 3+ years of electrical/electronic maintenance experience.
• Experience with National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience in industrial/ machine tool maintenance or military electrical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Layout, assemble, install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems in an industrial plant.
• Perform wiring, conduit work, terminations and inspections per codes and blueprints.
• Install and test high/medium voltage equipment and machine tool controls.
• Locate and correct malfunctions, perform emergency work as needed.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards; mentor temporary staff.

Skills

Electrical apprenticeship

NEC experience

Industrial maintenance

Education

Electrical Certification

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense is looking for a Maintenance Electrician A to support the Ridley Park, PA location.

Position Responsibilities

• Layout, assembles, install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems in an industrial plant. Use blueprints and knowledge of trade practice to determine routing of wires and conduit, location of such typical units as switches, outlets, junction boxes, transformers in conformance with underwriters’ specifications, Commonwealth and municipal ordinances and codes. Complete and/or process paper work pertinent to equipment records and maintenance.
• Make installations and any needed repair work by performing such typical work as cutting, bending, threading, conduit; selecting, cutting, stripping, wiring, installing and connecting wires.
• Install, test, and trouble-shoot such typical equipment on medium and high voltage equipment, gear, motor control centers, motors, transformers, elevators, cranes, electronic instruments, relays, and or time controls, safety devices, electrical units on mobile equipment and machine tool controls.
• Locate and correct malfunctions in electrical systems including work on hot lines, when directly ordered by supervision (this is only to be done in extreme emergencies) and includes use of ladders and/or scaffolding; rebuild motors; operate any plant electrical equipment used in installation and repair work.
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of trade practice as related to electrical installations and maintenance. Must know wiring, electrical fixture, motor, and transformer capacities and be familiar with applicable specifications, ordinances, and codes. Perform periodic maintenance on all building and production equipment.
• Give instruction to other temporary assigned employees and assist Maintenance personnel in other occupations. Perform work in accordance with oral and written instructions from management and in conformance with company standards of safety, workmanship, and good housekeeping practices.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location option.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Must have the ability to work any shift
• Electrical apprenticeship program
• Electrical higher education (Certification)
• 3+ years of electronic/electrical experience in any of the following fields: machine tool maintenance, industrial electronic and/or electrical maintenance field, or military electronic/electrical system maintenance.
• 3+ years of National Electrical Code (NEC) experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and/or vocational/trade school training preferred

Shift

2nd Shift (Subject to change based on the needs of the business)

This position is for 2nd shift

Relocation

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeingis a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

This is an Hourly position governed by the UAW Collective Bargaining Agreement

Applicants must apply before 10/12/2026 to be considered for the position

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 13, 2026

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.