Maintenance Electrician: 1st Shift

Reading Truck; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid parental leave

Tool purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Discount program

Paid training

Job summary

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

You will work with PLCs, control systems and power distributions, following NEC standards and safety guidelines to ensure reliable production and minimal downtime. This role requires hands-on problem solving in an environment with high voltage and heavy machinery.

Qualifications

• Industrial electrician experience is required.
• Completed Electrical Apprenticeship or 3 of the last 5 years as journeyman.
• Experience with PLC and computer-based equipment (including programming and troubleshooting).
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations in industry.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to climb, stand, bend, lift heavy objects in awkward/confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul electromechanical, electrical control, lighting, wiring, communications, and solid-state electrical equipment.
• Install new electrical and electronic equipment per NEC and company standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
• Prepare, install and assemble conduits and wiring.
• Perform medium voltage switching (600 volts) and operate generators.
• Read diagrams and prints; maintain and update changes.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

PLC programming

Electrical codes

Reading diagrams

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship Completion

Journeyman Electrician License

Tools

PLC units

Electrical test meters

Conduit benders

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.

AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.

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