About this role
Description
Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Industrial Electricians for projects located in Reading, PA . This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is up to $36/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 preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, control panels, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, PLC-related equipment, sensors, and other electrical systems
- Troubleshoot electrical faults using electrical drawings, schematics, meters, and diagnostic equipment
- Inspect electrical equipment and identify potential failures, hazards, and maintenance requirements
- Repair or replace defective electrical components, wiring, breakers, contactors, relays, switches, and control devices
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
- Perform electrical testing, insulation resistance testing, continuity checks, and other required inspections
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and plant improvement projects
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, PPE, and site-specific safety procedures
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and parts usage
- Coordinate with mechanical, instrumentation, automation, and production teams to resolve equipment issues
- Respond to electrical breakdowns and emergency situations to minimize downtime
- 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
Requirements:
- Experience as an Industrial Electrician in a manufacturing, processing, or industrial environment
- Strong knowledge of motors, control panels, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, and PLC-controlled equipment
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems
- Familiarity with electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools
- Understanding of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrical safety practices
- Ability to work independently and 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.
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## Location
US-PA-READING