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Job Description
Industrial Electrician
Description
Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Industrial Electricians for projects located in or around Reading, PA. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is up to $35/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are an Electrician and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
- Install, wire, test, and commission industrial electrical equipment and systems
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on motors, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, PLC-related equipment, sensors, and control systems
- Troubleshoot electrical faults using drawings, schematics, meters, and diagnostic equipment
- Inspect electrical equipment and identify potential failures, hazards, and maintenance requirements
- Repair or replace breakers, contactors, relays, switches, wiring, and other electrical components
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
- Perform electrical testing, insulation resistance testing, continuity checks, and system inspections
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and plant improvement projects
- Respond to electrical breakdowns and emergency service needs to minimize downtime
- Coordinate with mechanical, instrumentation, automation, and production teams to resolve equipment issues
- Maintain electrical tools, test equipment, spare parts, and work areas in safe operating condition
- Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, standards, permits, and company procedures
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and all site-specific safety requirements
Requirements:
- Previous industrial electrical experience
- Experience troubleshooting motors, controls, VFDs, MCCs, PLC-related equipment, and industrial electrical systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Experience performing preventative and corrective maintenance in an industrial environment
- Familiarity with electrical testing equipment and procedures
- Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
- Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Company Details
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
- Vacation Pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability
“Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.