Maintenance Electrician: 1st Shift

Reading Truck Group; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/Vision/Life

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

PTO & holidays

Safety gear discount

Training programs

Job summary

Reading Truck Group is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to support industrial manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electronic equipment.

We expect you to inspect, repair, and overhaul electromechanical systems, install new equipment following NEC and company standards, troubleshoot PLCs, and maintain accurate diagrams and prints in a safety-conscious environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Industrial electrical experience required in a manufacturing setting.
• Electrical Apprenticeship Program or three of the last five years of journeyman experience as an industrial electrician.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and computer-based control systems.
• General knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations in industry; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul electromechanical, electrical control, lighting, wiring, communications, and solid-state electrical equipment, using a variety of electrical test equipment and tools.
• Install new electrical and electronic equipment according to the National Electrical Code and company electrical standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
• Prepare, install and assemble conduits and wiring through them.
• Perform medium voltage switching (600 volts) and operate generators in support of operations.
• Read technician diagrams and prints and keep diagrams and prints updated with changes.

Skills

Industrial electrician

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship Program

Tools

PLC programming tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

How You Will Make An Impact

The role of Maintenance Electrician supports the industrial manufacturing operations at Reading Truck by performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of electrical and electronic equipment.

The Nuts and Bolts

• Inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul electromechanical, electrical control, lighting, wiring, communications, and solid-state electrical equipment, using a variety of electrical test equipment, meters, powered and non-powered tools and equipment
• Install new electrical and electronic equipment according to the National Electrical Code and company electrical standards
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems and equipment
• Prepare, install and assemble conduits and wiring through them
• Perform medium voltage switching (600 volts) and operate generators in support of operations
• Read technician diagrams and prints. Accurately maintain, document and revise diagrams and prints with any changes

Required Credentials

• Previous experience working as an electrician in an industrial environment - required
• Completion of a recognized Electrical Apprenticeship Program OR three out of the last five years’ journey-level experience as an electrician in the industrial maintenance field
• Experience with operation and use of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) units and other computer based equipment (including programming and troubleshooting)
• General knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations in industry
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Ability to climb, stand, bend, lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces
• Ability to work in an industrial setting with exposure to fumes, dust, vibration, noise, heavy machinery, high voltage with the use of appropriate protective / safety equipment. Non temperature controlled environment

How We Make An Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America.

Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tool Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and 10 Observed (Paid) Holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

To learn more about Careers with Reading Truck visit our careers page https://www.readingtruck.com/about/careers/

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