Maintenance Electrician

Aerotek; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Electrician in Sussex, WI. You will perform safe, efficient maintenance on equipment, buildings and grounds while learning maintenance practices, supporting project managers, and helping reduce downtime.

You will troubleshoot electrical components and contribute to safety, quality, and productivity improvements. With 6+ years in industrial electrical work, you’ll train technicians, collaborate with engineers, and apply electrical testing to ensure proper

Qualifications

• 6+ years in commercial or industrial electrical and maintenance work.
• Technical associate degree or a certificate in a maintenance-related field.
• Experience with metal fabrication, paint, and assembly equipment.
• Ability to collaborate with supervisors, team members, and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance safely and efficiently on equipment, buildings, and grounds, following established procedures and best practices.
• Learn and apply maintenance principles to perform the full scope of the role.
• Suggest and implement improvements to equipment to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Assist in troubleshooting electrical components, wiring diagrams, and related systems to identify issues.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Wiring diagrams

Circuit testing

Technical support

Problem solving

Training technicians

Six years+ experience

Education

Technical degree or certificate

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician

As a Maintenance Electrician, you learn and apply the principles, practices, and processes of industrial maintenance while building strong business and operational knowledge. You safely and proficiently perform maintenance activities on equipment, buildings, and grounds, and you play a key role in improving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. You support project managers and engineers, contribute to troubleshooting and technical problem-solving, and help reduce equipment downtime and maintenance costs by implementing effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance activities safely and efficiently on equipment, buildings, and grounds, following established procedures and best practices.
• Learn and apply the principles, practices, and processes of the maintenance function, building the business knowledge required to perform the full scope of the role.
• Suggest and implement improvements to existing equipment and designs to enhance safety, quality, delivery performance, and productivity.
• Assist in troubleshooting electrical components, wiring diagrams, and related systems to identify and resolve issues.
• Test electrical systems and verify continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures to ensure proper installation and operation.
• Provide technical support to project managers and engineers on maintenance and electrical aspects of projects.
• Represent the maintenance team on projects as needed and interface with internal and external customers to support project objectives.
• Exercise sound judgment within established procedures and practices when selecting methods and techniques to resolve basic to moderately complex problems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing equipment downtime, optimizing processes, and lowering maintenance-related costs.
• Train maintenance technicians and apprentices, sharing knowledge of electrical systems, troubleshooting techniques, and safe work practices.

Essential Skills

• Strong electrical maintenance skills with the ability to perform safe and proficient work on commercial and industrial equipment.
• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting electrical components, wiring diagrams, and related systems.
• Ability to test electrical systems and verify continuity of circuits in wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Demonstrated capability to provide technical support to project managers and engineers on maintenance and electrical matters.
• Sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques to resolve basic to moderately complex technical problems.
• Ability to train maintenance technicians and apprentices in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• 6+ years of experience in commercial or industrial electrical and maintenance work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical associate degree or a certificate in a maintenance-related field.
• Preferred experience working with equipment and automation in metal fabrication, paint, and assembly operations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other departments to complete assignments.
• Experience contributing to process improvements that reduce equipment downtime and maintenance costs.
• Comfort representing the maintenance team on projects and interfacing with customers when required.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence, where your ideas to enhance equipment performance and reliability are encouraged and implemented. The environment supports ongoing learning through exposure to diverse projects and technologies, and offers opportunities to mentor others and expand your leadership skills. Collaboration with engineers, project managers, and cross-functional teams provides a dynamic and engaging workplace focused on innovation and operational efficiency.

Work Environment

You work in a commercial or industrial setting with a strong focus on equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency. The environment includes exposure to electrical systems, automation, and machinery typical of metal fabrication, paint, and assembly operations. You collaborate closely with maintenance technicians, engineers, project managers, and supervisors, using standard electrical testing tools and maintenance equipment to diagnose and resolve issues. The role involves hands‑on work in and around production areas, where adherence to safety procedures and appropriate work attire is essential.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $76960.00 - $90000.00/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.

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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Sussex, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sussex,WI.

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.

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.