Industrial Electrician

Russell Tobin

Trenton, NJ

Maintenance Electrician – Machine Repair

Pay Rate: $34.25/hr

Employment Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time

Shift: 2nd Shift – Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician with strong industrial troubleshooting experience to support manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and facility electrical systems in a fast-paced production environment. This role is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, installing, and maintaining complex electrical and automated machinery while ensuring safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with industrial controls, PLC systems, motor controls, VFDs, and 480V three-phase electrical systems in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical equipment and automated machinery
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
Install conduit, pull wire, terminate electrical connections, and maintain electrical systems
Troubleshoot PLC systems and point-to-point wiring issues
Maintain and repair:
Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
AC/DC motors
Servo and stepper motors
Relays, switches, sensors, and control devices
Diagnose electrical faults using diagnostic tools such as:
Multimeters
Clamp meters
Megohmmeters
Hi-Pot testers
Oscilloscopes
Support automation equipment and industrial robotics systems (Fanuc experience preferred)
Install and maintain control panels, breakers, disconnects, and switchgear
Perform preventive maintenance and equipment upgrades
Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems as needed
Follow NFPA 70 NEC standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and arc flash safety requirements
Document maintenance activities and repairs within CMMS systems
Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability

Qualifications

Journeyman Electrician License, Electrical License, or equivalent technical degree preferred
Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance electrical experience
Experience working with:
240V and 480V three-phase systems
PLC troubleshooting
Industrial automation systems
VFDs and motor controls
Strong understanding of electrical theory including AC/DC systems and power distribution
Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and control systems
Experience reading and understanding industrial electrical schematics
Familiarity with transformers, switchgear, generators, panel boards, and control circuits
Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial equipment operation
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience