Electrician

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Industrial Electrician Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to join our team. This position involves working on both 1st and 2nd shifts, with a focus on installing and maintaining electrical systems for industrial machinery and building equipment. This role offers a contract-to-hire opportunity.

• Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and building equipment.
• Connect power supply wire to machines and building equipment, and connect cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, motor starters, MCC panels, MCC circuits, variable frequency drives, and lighting fixtures, and replace damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Maintain a 3 phase 480/277 VAC, Phase 120/208 VAC, and 120/240 VAC environment.
• Maintain Data Center electrical service for computer equipment.
• Maintain all electrical distribution systems within the facility.
• Repair or replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, and position sensing devices.
• Replace faulty electronic components such as printed circuit boards.
• Maintain building lighting, task lighting on furniture systems, parking lot lighting, lighting contractors, and emergency lights/exit lights.
• Plan layout of wiring and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all electrical utilities and equipment.
• Attend classes and seminars on electrical components, distribution, and system design to update skills.
• Complete accurate and timely paperwork related to essential duties and responsibilities.
• Maintain, organize, and control inventory supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Clean and organize shop area. Maintain inventory of spare parts and materials. Maintain tools and equipment for maintenance work.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with 480v electrical systems.
• Proficiency in shop math.
• Completion of an Apprenticeship program and ten or more years of related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experience with Journeyman status.
• Basic skills for Variable frequency drives.
• Proficient in using voltmeters, amp meters, ohm meters, Meggers, and amp probes.
• Three or more years of related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Aerial lift certification is preferred.

Join a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can grow your skills through ongoing training and education. Be part of a team that values safety, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of electrical maintenance and installation.

Work on-site in a facility located in Akron. The role involves maintaining various electrical systems and equipment, including those in a Data Center environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Akron, OH.

The pay range for this position is $64,480.00 - $70,720.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Akron, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

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