Industrial Electrician

Tradesmen International, Inc.•Reading, PA

About The Position

Tradesmen International is hiring experienced Industrial Electricians for projects in Reading, Pennsylvania. This is a first-shift opportunity paying up to $36 per hour, based on experience and skill level. The role involves installing, commissioning, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical equipment and systems while following applicable safety procedures, codes, standards, permits, and company requirements. Electricians work with other trades and production teams to address equipment issues and minimize downtime.

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.

Responsibilities

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 work complies with applicable electrical codes, standards, permits, and company procedures.