Job Title: Mechanical Electrical Technician Job Description This role requires hands-on mechanical support for the operation, repair, maintenance, and preventative maintenance of all manufacturing equipment and systems, including processes. The position is crucial for equipment and system troubleshooting, installation, debugging, and commissioning in a manufacturing setting. Additionally, it serves as the technical resource for all manufacturing equipment. Responsibilities • Read, follow, and interpret all types of electrical and piping schematics, as well as blueprints and illustrated parts breakdowns. • Develop layouts, cost estimates, and schedules for installations and operations of new equipment, as well as repair of existing plant equipment. • Update mechanical blueprints and lists as needed to maintain, rebuild, install, or revise any required equipment. • Repair and rebuild at least six primary pieces of equipment throughout the plant. Essential Skills • Troubleshooting • Maintenance technician experience • Hydraulics • Repair • Preventive maintenance • Industrial mechanical electrical knowledge • Wiring • Hand tool proficiency • Electronics • Blueprint reading • Installation and fabrication • Preventative maintenance • Electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting • PLC troubleshooting and control • 3-phase electrical troubleshooting Additional Skills & Qualifications • High School diploma or GED required • 5 years of experience in mechanical manufacturing support for high-speed process/packaging equipment • Driver's license • Basic knowledge of electrical controls and PLCs • Proficiency in at least four of the following: welding, machining, pipe fitting, plumbing, metal fabrication, or HVAC • Experience with motors, fuses, heaters, limit switches, electric motor clutches, and brakes Why Work Here? Enjoy free admission to the Crayola Experience for employees, engage in community volunteerism, and benefit from an annual bonus potential for full-time employees. Receive 5 vacation days and 12 days of paid holiday time. A $1000 sign-on bonus, company-matched 401k, and employee value sharing plan are also offered. Take advantage of discounts on a wide variety of products and services including automotive, electronics, fitness, travel, and entertainment. Additionally, a credit union is available for loans. Work Environment The company culture is family-oriented, with over 300 full-time and temporary employees across multiple shifts. Facilities include lockers and a cafeteria for employee convenience. The work environment is temperature-controlled, ensuring comfort throughout shifts. The position involves working 12-hour shifts from 6 pm to 6 am on a 2-2-3 schedule, with no more than three consecutive shifts without at least two days off. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Easton, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $62400.00/yr. Annual Bonus Potential for all full time employees 5 vacation days and PTO/144 hours of Paid Holiday Time (12 days) $1000 sign on bonus Company matched 401k and employee value sharing plan Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Easton,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 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 >>Becoming an electrician in Easton, NJ, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with 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, there are approximately 40,670 electricians nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Easton earn an average of $29.97 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
