Union Electrician – Industrial Maintenance & Benefits

New Jersey Transit Corporation; New Jersey; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Plan

Commuter Benefits

Retirement Plan 401(a)

Job summary

New Jersey Transit Corporation is seeking an experienced electrician to contribute to our safe, reliable transit operations. This role involves troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems across multiple facilities and equipment, with a focus on safety and compliance.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of electrical experience in commercial or industrial environments. The position offers tiered pay starting at $29.10/hour and up to $36.38/hour, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with electrical training or apprenticeship.
• Experience with electrical controls, PLCs, and high-voltage systems preferred.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and blueprints; pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment in commercial/industrial settings.
• Maintain electrical panels, wiring, lighting, and related systems.
• Perform safety tests on doors, braking and signaling systems; document actions.

Skills

PLCs

VFDs

Industrial Ethernet

Digital controls

Power distribution

Industrial electrical systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school training in electrical

Tools

Multimeter

Voltage tester

Job description

New Jersey Transit Corporation is seeking an experienced electrician to contribute to our safe, reliable transit operations. This role involves troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems across multiple facilities and equipment, with a focus on safety and compliance.

Candidates should have at least 1 year of electrical experience in commercial or industrial environments. The position offers tiered pay starting at $29.10/hour and up to $36.38/hour, plus comprehensive benefits.