Job Title: Electrician
Location: Meriden, CT 06450
Duration: 12 Months (Contract to Hire)
shift is 7am-330pm with OT available.
Pay Rate: $38/hr on W2
Key Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and controls throughout the manufacturing facility.
- Support production equipment, utility systems, HVAC equipment, cleanroom infrastructure, and facility support systems.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities on electrical equipment to maximize uptime and reliability.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical issues involving motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, panels, lighting systems, and power distribution equipment.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
- Support equipment installations, facility upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
- Work with automation, instrumentation, and controls personnel to troubleshoot integrated systems.
- Conduct inspections and testing of electrical systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and facility emergencies in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) as required.
- Support energy efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and quality system requirements.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.
- Valid Connecticut E-1 Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson License required.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, and electrical safety standards.
- Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing industrial electrical systems up to 480V.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work safely and effectively while adhering to Client Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and quality requirements.
- Proficiency with electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, megohmmeters, and other diagnostic tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, medical device, or FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with GMP, GDP, and quality management systems.
- Experience with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial automation equipment.
- Knowledge of cleanroom operations and critical utility systems.
- OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification.
- Experience using CMMS software such as Maximo, SAP PM, or equivalent maintenance systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Understanding of industrial controls, instrumentation, and automation systems.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Ability to work in manufacturing, warehouse, utility, and mechanical spaces.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing and facility environment with exposure to machinery, electrical systems, and utility equipment.
- May require occasional overtime, weekend work, and participation in an on-call rotation.
- Work performed in accordance with Client EHS, Quality, and Operational Excellence standards.
Core Competencies
- Safety First Mindset
- Quality and Compliance Focus
- Technical Expertise
- Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Customer and Operational Focus
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
