Job Title: Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Job Description We are seeking a skilled Electrical and Instrumentation Technician who will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical distribution equipment and components. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude and will work as part of a team to ensure the smooth operation of our facility. Responsibilities • Maintain electrical distribution equipment and components. • Troubleshoot and replace drives and inverters. • Troubleshoot motors, PLC’s, and field instruments such as flowmeters, pressure transmitters, level transmitters, solenoids, and switches. • Make preventative care rounds and lubricate a limited number of motors. • Work with the shift millwright and operators to change motors, valves, etc. as needed. • Troubleshoot and repair valves. • Work with remote support to troubleshoot drives. • Read and interpret PLC logic to help diagnose issues and troubleshoot problems. • Tune control loops as needed. • Record work results in written log and a computerized maintenance system. • Work as part of a team and find solutions to issues and problems. • Work safely and help others stay safe. • Assist in troubleshooting hydraulics. • Communicate on radios and phones as needed to make repairs. • Support a safe working environment by maintaining strict adherence to safety rules and regulations and wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. • Perform other duties as required. Essential Skills • Journeyman or proof of completion of related college or apprenticeship program required. • 5+ years of Instrumentation and Electrical experience in a production maintenance environment. Equivalent military experience will be considered. • Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude. • Basic understanding and capability to troubleshoot and repair Siemens Programable Logic Controllers, SCADA, Ignition, and Siemens drives. • Ability to troubleshoot and repair mill-wide electrical power systems, working with single-phase and 3-phase AC VAC 120/240, and 480, and working with DC voltages ranging from 12, 24, and 500 VDC. • Computer skills including MS Office and ability to quickly learn new software used in the department. • Experience with variable frequency drives and field instruments (e.g., pressure, flow, temperature, level, and analytical transmitters, valve positioners, valve actuators, and PID controllers). • Ability to read and understand electrical and instrumentation drawings and PLC ladder logic. • Operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery including motors, solenoids, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3-phase power, communication devices, industrial/electronic controls, and power transmission systems. • Good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. • Good written and verbal communication skills. • Capable of meeting physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 lbs., walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to 12 hours/day in a loud/noisy, hot, humid, sometimes dusty, and high-volume work environment. • Must be fully computer literate with a Microsoft environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Applicable military experience/training will be considered. • Experience working weekends/holidays and on a rotating shift schedule, including weekends and overtime as needed. • Experience working around heat, noise, both inside and outside. Why Work Here? Join a brand-new facility that offers growth potential in positions and rate. Benefit from working with new equipment and structure, competitive benefits, and a supportive team environment. Work Environment This position requires working in a loud/noisy, hot, humid, sometimes dusty, and high-volume work environment. The role involves wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adhering to strict safety rules and regulations. The work schedule may include weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime as needed. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $66560.00/yr. Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available for permanent employees. Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan to help employees save for retirement. Paid Time Off: Vacation days and sick leave policies are in place. Life Insurance: Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. Work-Life Balance: Various home time options with predictable schedules for drivers. Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement and training Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 2025. About Aerotek: 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. 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.
See More Details >>Hiring Electrical Technicians Industry Leaders - Earn Your Full Potential Today! As an essential service, the demand for talented Electrical Technicians is at an all-time high. Michael and Son is looking for driven, self-motivated individuals with at least 1-2 years of relevant experience based on minimum qualifications to join our growing team. Moreover, our Electrical Technicians have the potential to make over $70,000 after their first year. MichaelSon's industry-leading training program helps grow skills and helps convert service technicians into managers over time. Your Role: Each day will be a unique and rewarding opportunity as you'll interact with our customer's troubleshooting equipment and provide electrical solutions. The best part is you're getting paid to not only meet our customers' needs but also build lifelong connections. Our highly motivated team members grow their earning potential from $100K to $175K a year and there is no ceiling to what you can make! Job Highlights Include: • Fully stocked company vehicle + Gas Card • Signing bonus up to $5000 for Technicians with Journeyman and Master licenses ONLY • Year-round stability • Ongoing training and mentorship • Advancement opportunities • Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, and disability • 401K 100% vested on your first day of employment (90-day waiting period) • Paid time off Minimum qualifications: • Excellent customer service skills/ability to interact with the public • State-issued Journeyman Or Master License is a plus • High level of motivation and great work ethic • Sales experience (preferred) • High School Diploma or equivalent • Pass pre-employment drug test and background check • Valid driver's license and insurable driving record • Must be able to fluently speak, read, and write in the English language Michael and Son Services provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #ZR
See More Details >>Overview: R&P is looking for an experienced Marine Electricial Technician II to fill a full-time position undertaking a variety of tasks relating to installing, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical and electronic equipment onboard various Navy ships in Norfolk, VA. This position will involve installing electrical cabling, building various electrical connectors, Installation of hardware and troubleshooting malfunctions in several different electrical and electronic systems. Due to the high amount of risk pertaining to this job, electricians must be first and foremost responsible individuals with great attention to safety precautions. The ideal candidate must also be experienced in different kinds of electrical devices and systems. Responsibilities: • Coordinate and execute plans of electrical installations for many different electrical and electronic systems such as lighting, announcing, 115VAC/440VAC/24DVC electrical plant equipment, Uninterrupted Power Supply equipment, Audio/Video equipment, Antenna systems and many others • Install electrical components, fixtures, and equipment for various electrical systems • Connect wiring in electrical circuits and networks using various MIL-SPEC connectors and connection boxes • Pull in cables of various lengths and sizes to accommodate system connections • Perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair/replace damaged equipment • Install, tag and band copper cables on various classes of surface and submarine Naval Vessels. • Performing all duties required to layout, fabricate, and install electrical wiring, coaxial cable, onboard Navy vessels. • Troubleshooting and testing of copper cables and circuits. • Possess skills and abilities to perform the requirements of a shipboard or airframe electrician's trade with little supervision or guidance. • Knowing how to read and interpret drawings, specifications, technical manuals, design notices, etc. • Knowing and understanding the use of all tools of their trade such as multi-meters, pin crimper's, soldering and expected to accomplish the more complex tasks associated with electrical installation of cable, military circular connectors, panel box and power terminations, etc. • Familiar with basic computer skills • Familiar with MS-Office programs including Word and Excel. Qualifications: • Must be a Marine Electrician with a minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience working in ship repair onboard US Navy ships (technical education may be substituted for a portion of the experience requirement) • Must have experience and multi-pin copper connector certification of cables per Navy Standard Item 009-73 (MIL-STD-2003-5) • Must be familiar with NAVY Standard Items • Ability to read, understand and follow customer work item requirements, drawings, and wiring diagrams. • Individual must have a keen attention to detail and be quality metric driven • Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance (current active Secret clearance is a plus). • Successful completion of Navy “A” School (“C” School is a plus) or successful completion of a Shipyard or commercial Electrical apprenticeship program (recognized shipyard apprentice graduates are a plus). • Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools for the trade (ex: wire strippers, voltmeter, megohmeter) • Demonstrate ability to build MIL-SPEC connectors of various types and sizes using both soldering and crimping techniques • Ability to read and understand electrical and installation drawings • Good critical thinking and problem-solving ability • Ability to lift 50 pounds on your own • Willingness to travel to various locations in support of ship maintenance availabilities • Flexibility with regards to scheduling and planned support due to constant Navy movement EEO Statement: R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training. R&P maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions Salary: R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Chesapeake, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience and classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual wage for electricians in Chesapeake, VA, is approximately $680.23 per week, with an average of 40 hours worked per week. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
