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Maintenance Electrician

Maintenance Electrician

Delaware StaffingMillsboro, DE, US
12 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Maintenance Electrician

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the backbone of our business producing high-quality products with a "Safety First, Quality Always" mindset. At our Millsboro, Delaware facility, we serve as the Center of Excellence for Poultry and Freeze-Dried Vaccines, supporting the global poultry production supply chain. As our site continues to grow, we are seeking talented individuals who bring energy, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We currently have an opening for a Maintenance Electrician a key role in building and sustaining a proactive, high-performance operations team.

As a Maintenance Electrician, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of electrical systems across the facility. Your work will directly support manufacturing operations and critical site infrastructure. Responsibilities include :

  • Assemble, install, maintain, and test electrical equipment and wiring systems in commercial / industrial settings.
  • Prepare work areas and install electrical components according to code and specifications.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings; verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
  • Connect wiring and equipment safely and in compliance with applicable standards.
  • Maintain and test site fire systems, emergency generators, and fire pumps.
  • Support annual thermographic scans of electrical gear.
  • Operate equipment safely when trained and certified.
  • Communicate effectively with team members, internal customers, and external vendors.

Education :

  • Required : High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred : A.S. degree in a technical discipline
  • Required Qualifications :

  • Master or Journeyman Electrical License, or active enrollment in the State of Delaware Apprenticeship Program with the ability to achieve a Master Electrician License within 1 year of hire.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience as an Industrial Electrician.
  • Experience with 480 Volt switchgear, transformers, and distribution panels.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical blueprints / schematics.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting / carrying up to 50 lbs and working from ladders or elevated platforms.
  • Willingness to participate in the on-call rotation.
  • Knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards, including hot work and lockout / tagout procedures.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with motor control circuits and relay logic.
  • Hands-on experience with electrical controls, including PLCs, VFDs, stepper drives, MCCs, photo eyes, and fiber optic sensors.
  • Working knowledge of automated building management systems (e.g., Siemens).
  • Familiarity with SAP or similar computerized maintenance management systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a focus on safety and compliance.
  • Experience working under OSHA standards for electrical safety, elevated work, and confined space.
  • This role offers the opportunity to :

  • Work with advanced electrical systems that support critical manufacturing operations.
  • Contribute to a culture built on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
  • Grow your career within a global organization that values technical expertise and innovation.
  • The salary range for this role is $77,700.00 - $122,300.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https : / / jobs.merck.com / us / en / compensation-and-benefits .

    You can apply for this role through https : / / jobs.merck.com / us / en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

    Requisition ID : R372148

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