Date Posted: 2025-09-29 Country: United States of America Location: A01: Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance: None/Not Required At our Rockford, IL facility, we build more than components—we build lifesaving technology. Our team assembles Ram Air Turbines (RATs), a critical system that provides emergency power during in-flight crises. These turbines have played a vital role in saving aircraft—and more than 2,600 lives. When you join Collins, you’re not just contributing to flight—you’re helping protect the people onboard. What You Will Do: • Installs, constructs, maintains and troubleshoots, fabricates and repairs all electrical power, test equipment, machine tools and electrical systems including building, heating, cooling and lighting equipment and data and telephone lines. Performs preventative maintenance on same. • Develops electrical systems from incomplete information and cooperation with engineers and testers. Performs electrical construction and maintenance projects according to applicable codes and safety regulations. • Operates the following equipment: Volt – ohm meter, oscilloscopes, amp meters, digital meters, signal trackers, resistance checkers, capacitor checkers, aerial equipment, construction equipment, programmable and numerical controls and other equipment as required to perform assigned tasks. • Locates and determines electrical malfunctions and repairs as needed. • Performs diagnosis and inspection of circuits and wiring to ensure proper shielding, grounding, safety and efficiency. • Work with minimal resource information to organize work and if necessary, fabricate or modify electrical jigs, fixtures, etc. • Understands the logic of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, for test or maintenance of parts or systems. • Works with basic hand and power tools on a variety of materials (e.g. wood, plastic, metal, etc.). Operates power vehicles as necessary to complete assigned tasks in a safe and work-man like manner. • Logs on and performs informational inputs on computers. Solves problems encountered with routine computer usage and computerized machine controls with minimum technical assistance. • Uses skilled knowledge of electronic manufacturing processes including analog and digital circuitry and is capable of troubleshooting problems. Builds electrical systems and/or circuitry from schematics or work plans. • Performs other job-related duties as required. • 1st Shift: 6:30am to 3PM – Monday to Friday. Qualifications You Must Have: • Electrician Journeyman Card or minimum of eight (8) years electrician experience. • High School diploma or GED Qualifications We Prefer: • Experience in industrial and/or commercial electrical systems. • Able to use electrical and hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, digital multi-meter, etc.) • Read electrical drawings and blueprints. What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds • Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off • Tuition reimbursement program • Student Loan Repayment Program • Life insurance and disability coverage • Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning • Adoption Assistance • Autism Benefit • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program • And more! Learn More & Apply Now! We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! • Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. The hourly rate for this role is $46.64. The salary provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. #TopOpps #P&CPM Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. 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See More Details >>Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we're on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we're building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we're doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We're unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle - from sale through installation and beyond - so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with. Overview As a Certified Electrician at Sunrun you will be working on a variety of projects from installing solar systems, performing work for our existing customers, and learning more about energy storage and other new technology. • Get recognized for your hard work! Competitive hourly base pay and lucrative performance incentives through our Nike/Carhartt Sponsored incentive program, The League. You'll earn Nike/Carhartt swag, prizes and amazing trips through the program as well as progress in your career. Responsibilities • Lead the installation of electrical systems that interconnect our solar array to the grid power of our customer's residential property • Ensure work performed by all electricians is of good workmanship and compliant with current NEC and local codes • Complete solar battery installations as assigned • Troubleshoot system problems and resolve electrical issues • Safely plan and complete Main Panel Upgrades (MPU) • Work with branch team and home owners to fulfill any necessary system upgrades/repairs to support our solar equipment • Work with local inspectors to satisfy local requirements and expectations • Additional duties assigned as needed • 5% travel required Qualifications • Electrical installation and repair experience required • Experience with electrical work involving wiring up to 600 VDC and 480 VAC • Working knowledge and experience replacing residential electrical services and distribution panels preferred • Must possess a valid Journeyman License/Electrician Certification or equivalent per local and state requirements, e.g. wireman license • Must maintain a clean driving record with the ability to pass a driving background check • Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license • Safety and customer focus Physical Demands • Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance) • Ability to work on rooftops with various angles and surfaces which requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, turning, standing, and balance • Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics, basements, and crawl spaces which requires kneeling and crouching • Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions including but not limited to: excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, wet environment, and humidity • Ability to frequently utilize hand functions requiring fine motor skills including but not limited to: fine manipulation, grasping, and pinching • Ability to work within the safe range of equipment such as ladders, fall protection harnesses and other personal protective equipment • Ability to work while wearing heavy protective equipment such as arc flash suits, gloves, and face shields • Ability to work and maintain balance on roofs and other areas of height • Ability to work in the sun and possibly low light conditions • Ability to walk on rafters, roof tiles, and roof shingles without damage • Ability to distinguish colors such as red, black, yellow, white, green • Ability to hear verbal commands and warnings • Ability to work with chemicals using appropriate protection Recruiter: Charles Smith (Charles.Smith@sunrun.com) Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more. Starting salary/wage for this opportunity: $31.01 to $41.35 Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can learn morehere. This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at candidateaccommodations@sunrun.com. Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. 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See More Details >>As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Recognized as the leader in providing the highest quality coolant filtration products and services, we proudly serve the US automotive, aerospace, agriculture, and general machine tool industries. Uniquely positioned in our ability to produce large central systems for an entire plant down to individual filters for a single cutting machine on the floor, our proprietary filtration and cooling technologies come second to none. The Electrical Technician will Install electrical wiring and assemble components in control cabinets, electrical and industrial equipment, and other related industrial apparatus according to assembly drawings, hydraulic and lubrication diagrams, and runoff instructions by performing the following duties. Role and Responsibilities • Lay out diagram for electrical installations according to wiring specifications • Cut, strip, bend, and form wire cable, conduit, pipe and tubing used to connect circuits and subassemblies • Attach breakers, relays, contractors, bus bars, transformers, insulators, regulator cabinets, condenser units, motor and generator sets, meters, plugging devices, and fuse blocks to mounting hold with bolts and screws • Connect color-coded wires using mirrors in compact areas • Solder connections and crimp connectors to wire ends • Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment in addition to connecting cables and wires between machines and equipment • Test and adjust electrical assembles • Drill and tap holes in specified locations for mounting control units • Install power supply wiring and conduit/Unistrut for newly built and re-built machinery • Square, align, and assemble bases, sills, cabinet frames or equipment structural components on the floor or floor plates • Push buttons and press keys on robot controller, pendant, and programmable controller to program automated machinery, to operate and test for malfunctions and to repairs Qualifications • Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in related field and four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical manuals, engineering documents, and instructions • Create and write documentation and marker tags • Effectively present information and respond to questions from leadership and supervisors • Calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists • Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form • Possess and maintain electric tools • Work hours 5:00am-3:30pm CST Equal Opportunity Statement: Komline is an EEO Employer- M/F/Vets/Disabled Work shift: 5:00am-3:30pm CST Budgeted hours range from 50-55 per week
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Rockford, IL 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in Illinois, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Rockford earn an average of $620.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding an annual salary of $108,000. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
