Facilities Electrician

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Facilities Electrician
Job Description

The Facilities Electrician is tasked with installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems within a manufacturing facility. This role is crucial in supporting production by ensuring that all facility infrastructure, equipment, and utilities function safely and efficiently, adhering to electrical codes and plant standards. The Facilities Electrician collaborates closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, motors, panels, and control circuits.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues on facility equipment, production machinery, and building systems.
• Diagnose and repair issues related to motors, VFDs, PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, and electrical components.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Replace or repair wiring, conduit, breakers, switches, and other electrical hardware.
• Maintain electrical components of HVAC systems, compressors, pumps, and building utilities.
• Support facility upgrades, expansions, and equipment installations.
• Ensure all electrical work meets NEC, OSHA, and facility safety standards.
• Assist with energy efficiency improvements and electrical load management.
• Follow all LOTO, arc-flash, and electrical safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and system updates.
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical rooms, panels, and facility systems.
• Identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Support audits, compliance checks, and facility safety initiatives.
• Respond to maintenance requests and troubleshoot issues impacting production.
• Collaborate with maintenance technicians, engineers, and supervisors to resolve electrical problems quickly.
• Assist with equipment moves, line changes, and new machinery installations.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance and operations teams when needed.

Essential Skills

• 3–5+ years of experience as an Industrial or Facilities Electrician in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, industrial electrical systems, and safety practices.
• Experience with 3‑phase power, motor controls, VFDs, and control circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with PLCs, automation equipment, and building systems (preferred).
• Proficiency in using electrical testing equipment such as multimeters, megohm meters, and circuit analyzers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of hand tools, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, hydraulics, installation, and schematic interpretation.
• Experience in electrical maintenance and repair.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a structured schedule that promotes work-life balance with an industrial setting and the opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects. Be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement and safety.

Work Environment

The position operates on a 2-2-3 schedule, specifically during the third shift from 5 PM to 5 AM. Employees will work in an industrial environment with exposure to various technologies, including PLCs and automation equipment, while adhering to standard safety protocols.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Villa Rica, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Villa Rica,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.