Master Electrician

LHH; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Master Electrician to ensure the reliability and compliance of electrical systems. This role involves collaboration with various teams to optimize electrical performance and minimize downtime. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, along with a Master Electrician License.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Master Electrician License required or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reliability and compliance of electrical systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting

PLC & Automation Support

Safety, Compliance & Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or Trade School certification

Tools

CMMS (SAP, Maximo)

Job description

Job Title: Master Electrician

The Master Electrician is responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and compliance of all electrical systems, including power distribution, motors, control panels, automation, and safety systems. The Master Electrician collaborates closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to minimize downtime and optimize plant-wide electrical performance.

Areas of Expertise

• Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• PLC & Automation Support
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM)
• Converting Equipment Electrical & Control Support
• Safety, Compliance & Documentation
• Hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems, motor controls, power distribution, and automation in an industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, troubleshooting, and process automation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with 480V, medium-voltage (MV), and low-voltage (LV) electrical systems.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; Technical or Trade School certification preferred.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting in an industrial setting.
• Master Electrician License required (or the ability to obtain it within a specified timeframe).
• Experience using CMMS (SAP, Maximo, etc.) for work order tracking and maintenance scheduling.
• Prior experience working in a unionized environment is a plus.