Maintenance Electrician Job at Aerotek, Chesapeake, VA

  • Aerotek
  • Chesapeake, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient installation, maintenance, and modification of electrical systems related to terminal operations. This role ensures compliance with company procedures and safety practices.

Responsibilities
  • Maintain and service electrical equipment and systems, diagnosing and repairing failures on cranes, mobile equipment, conveyor systems, generators, lighting, and associated equipment.
  • Test electrical systems using devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters to verify continuity, voltages, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) when needed.
  • Perform routine maintenance and testing to verify the condition of components like electrical motors and generators, both AC and DC.
  • Train and develop safety standard procedures (SSP) on the safe operation of electrical equipment.
  • Implement improvements and modifications as required and approved.
  • Develop and order material lists for projects as approved, and maintain records.
  • Maintain a safe and efficient workplace, completing appropriate documentation of maintenance and repairs and entering it into the database as required.
  • Assist the maintenance team with repairs as needed.
  • Attend all required safety meetings and training.
  • Oversee third-party contractors to ensure quality and compliance.
Essential Skills
  • Electrical experience, including reading diagrams, schematics, and drawings.
  • Ability to install 480V 3-phase systems and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
  • Experience with industrial automation.
  • Ability to read and develop electrical schematics.
  • Working knowledge of high voltage electrical systems, instrumentation, and control devices.
  • Experience in AC/DC motor controls, VFD drives, soft starts, and some PLC experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Two-year degree in electrical field or 5 years equivalent work experience.
  • Ability to use formulas for planning installations from the ground up, including motors, starters, wire gauge, transformers, and motor controls.
  • Ability to run conduit and 110/220 services in industrial applications.
  • Proficiency with power and hand tools and all meters and measuring equipment.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to read and understand written directions.
Why Work Here?

We are committed to safety, integrity, and environmental responsibility, investing hundreds of millions of dollars each year in management and maintenance programs. Our operational performance consistently exceeds industry standards in environmental, health, and safety measures.

Work Environment

The work environment is terminal/warehouse/industrial, requiring willingness to work in all weather conditions, indoors and outdoors throughout the year. Must be available for overtime as required, including nights and weekends, and be on call 24/7 as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CHESAPEAKE, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 CHESAPEAKE,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Work experience placement, Night shift

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