Maintenance Electrician

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled electrician to join our team on a contract-to-hire basis for a duration of six months. This role requires working on a rotating Dupont 12-hour shift, with hours from 7 AM to 7 PM and vice versa.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical troubleshooting on electric arc furnaces, bucket elevators, pneumatic systems, and augers in an industrial setting.
• Manage motor controls, including Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and DC-controlled systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Conduct minimal PLC troubleshooting, specifically with Allen-Bradley Micrologic systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and install electrical components as needed.

Essential Skills

• Experience in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with motor controls, including VFD and DC-controlled systems.
• Basic knowledge of PLC systems, particularly Allen Bradley PLCs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical journeyman certification is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy great benefits once hired full-time and become part of a tight-knit work group. Employees benefit from long tenures and a supportive environment. Uniforms are provided, and the company values work-life balance and employee development.

Work Environment

The work environment is industrial and can be very dirty, requiring the use of steel-toe boots, hard hats, and safety glasses. Employees will train during the day for up to three months before moving to a rotating schedule.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.92 - $27.92/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 HOPKINSVILLE,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2025.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.

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.