Job Title: Journeyman ElectricianJob Description

Join our team as a Journeyman Electrician where you will construct, install, maintain, design, troubleshoot, and test electronic equipment, VFDs, PLCs, machinery, and components. You will conduct preventative maintenance and identify parts for replacement, ensuring all systems operate smoothly and efficiently.

ResponsibilitiesInspect electrical and electronic systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards.Test electrical and electronic systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, circuit boards, and equipment using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.Design, assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment.Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate and correct issues.Perform preventive maintenance according to the schedule and work instructions provided.Specify electronics, sensors, VFDs, PLCs, instruments, and associated equipment.Work with DC to 480V 3 phase electrical systems.Understand and follow Lock-out Tag-out, Confined space, and Fall protection policies.Maintain cleanliness and practice good housekeeping in work areas.Essential SkillsTroubleshooting and PLC troubleshooting experience.Electrical maintenance and industrial experience.Proficiency with electrical testing, PLCs, and VFDs.Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.Experience in retrofitting and commissioning equipment.Excellent physical condition and hand-eye coordination.Experience with DC to 480V 3 phase electrical systems.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrevious industrial maintenance experience is required.Hands-on experience with electronic testing and circuitry in a foundry or heavy industrial electrical company.Familiarity with various tools and equipment.Ability to read and understand technical and engineering specifications and instructions.Thermocouple and machine network skills preferred.Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a union shop with excellent benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance options, life and AD&D coverage, and short-term and long-term disability coverage. Benefit from paid holidays, PTO, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Take advantage of employee training and education reimbursement opportunities.

Work Environment

The work environment primarily involves government-contracted projects with contracts secured for the next six years. The facility spans 15 acres and includes several buildings with various specialties. It is characterized by a dirty, dark, and sometimes wet and hot atmosphere with large bay doors that remain open year-round, which may lead to cold conditions. Work hours are Monday through Friday, with shifts starting at 6 am or 7 am and ending at 2:30 pm or 3:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Tacoma, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $74880.00 - $84052.80/yr.

Union shop- Manufacturing Union\nSuccessful applicants will be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 once you commence work with us*. ($500 on 1st Check/ $250 after 90 Days/ $250 after 6 months) If candidate does not make it through the year, the bonus will be paid back in full out of last paycheck.\nHealth, Dental, and Vision insurance options\nLife and AD&D coverage provided by Bradken\nShort-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provided by Bradken\nPaid Holidays, PTO (80hrs upon start date) \n401(k) with a company match 4%\nEmployee Training and Education Reimbursement opportunities

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tacoma,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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