Manufacturing Mechanical Electrician

Manufacturing Mechanical Electrician

Location: Williamsburg, Delaware

Employment Type: Direct Hire – Full Time

Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site

Compensation: $80,000 – $100,000 annually ($40–$50 per hour)

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Manufacturing Mechanical Electrician to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this industrial maintenance electrician role. Only candidates who fully meet the required qualifications will be considered for interview. Candidates with unstable or inconsistent work histories will not be considered.

Position Summary

This role centers on sustaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing electrical systems within a manufacturing environment. The position is not focused on construction or new installation work. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced troubleshooting capabilities, strong industrial electrical knowledge, and the ability to keep production equipment operating safely and efficiently.

This is a hands-on maintenance role requiring both electrical depth and mechanical awareness in a production-driven facility.

Core Responsibilities

To be considered for interview, candidates must demonstrate experience in:

• Diagnosing and resolving electrical failures on industrial production equipment.

• Troubleshooting motor controls, VFDs, contactors, relays, instrumentation, and automated systems.

• Working with PLC-controlled machinery (diagnostics and troubleshooting, not programming-heavy).

• Performing preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.

• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, ladder logic, and control diagrams.

• Supporting equipment upgrades, retrofits, and electrical improvements.

• Executing lockout/tagout procedures and adhering strictly to safety protocols.

• Documenting maintenance activities accurately within tracking systems.

• Assisting in cross-functional troubleshooting involving mechanical, pneumatic, and control systems.

• Supporting operational reliability initiatives with engineering and production teams.

Interview eligibility requires clear, recent industrial maintenance experience.

Required Qualifications (Strictly Enforced)

The following are non-negotiable:

• Valid State of Delaware Journeyman Electrician certification (REQUIRED).

• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong troubleshooting background with industrial electrical systems.

• Experience working with PLC-driven production equipment.

• Ability to analyze and interpret electrical circuits and automation controls.

• Stable, progressive employment history (no frequent short-term roles).

• High school diploma or GED.

Immediate Disqualifiers:

• No Delaware Journeyman license.

• Installation-only or construction-only background.

• No manufacturing maintenance experience.

• Primarily residential or commercial electrician background.

• Frequent job changes without progression.

Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued)

While not mandatory, the following strengthen candidacy:

• 3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.

• Associate degree in electrical technology or related field.

• Experience with Siemens or Allen-Bradley platforms.

• Exposure to GMP or regulated manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated preventive maintenance program participation.

• Strong documentation discipline and safety record.

Preferred qualifications will be heavily considered during final selection.

The Type of Manufacturing Mechanical Electrician HireNow Staffing Is Recruiting

HireNow Staffing is seeking a professional who:

• Holds an active Delaware Journeyman Electrician certification.

• Has verifiable industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.

• Demonstrates strong diagnostic skills in both electrical and mechanical systems.

• Maintains a consistent employment record showing reliability and growth.

• Works safely, follows procedure, and understands production urgency.

• Communicates effectively with operations and engineering teams.

• Thrives in an on-site, hands-on industrial environment.

This role requires technical depth, maturity, and accountability.

Additional Hiring Conditions

• Successful completion of background check.

• Substance screening required.

• Ability to work full-time on-site in Williamsburg, Delaware.

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.