Maintenance Electrician Jobs

Maintenance Electrician jobs are open across manufacturing, commercial facilities, healthcare, utilities, and food processing, at every level from apprentice to master electrician, with specializations in PLC troubleshooting, industrial controls, and preventive maintenance programs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles235+
Top stateTexas
Top employerWalmart
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type95% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Tyson Foods Incorporated
Maintenance Electrician
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Tyson Foods Incorporated
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Maintenance Electrician
Tyson Foods Incorporated
Scranton, Arkansas
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
$22 - $31/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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L3Harris
Electrician - Maintenance
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Electrician - Maintenance
L3Harris
Clifton, New Jersey
Business Operations
Customer Success
Project Management
$31.9 - $44.6/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Pegasus Support Services, LLC
Maintenance Electrician - CBP Facilities - El Centro, CA
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Maintenance Electrician - CBP Facilities - El Centro, CA
Pegasus Support Services, LLC
El Centro, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Pegasus Support Services, LLC
Maintenance Electrician - CBP Facilities - San Diego, CA
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Maintenance Electrician - CBP Facilities - San Diego, CA
Pegasus Support Services, LLC
San Diego, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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BoP FT Maintenance Electrician
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BoP FT Maintenance Electrician
RedTown Technical Services, LLC
Taft, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development

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Maintenance Electrician Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Walmart
    Walmart33
  • J
    JLL4
  • Rutgers University
    Rutgers University4
  • Graham Packaging Company
    Graham Packaging Company4
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    Pegasus Support Services4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail36
  • Consumer Goods4
  • Food & Beverage4
  • Chemicals & Materials4
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance electrician jobs.

  • Journeyman or Master Electrician license required in the applicable state
  • 3 to 5 years of industrial or commercial electrical maintenance experience
  • Proficiency with PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification and familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
  • Experience with three-phase power systems, motor controls, and variable frequency drives

Tips for Your Maintenance Electrician Job Search

List your certifications before skills

On your resume, place your electrician license, OSHA certifications, and any arc flash or NFPA 70E training above your skills list. Hiring managers in industrial settings screen for credentials first and scan for soft skills second.

Match your experience to the equipment

Filter openings by the equipment types you already know, such as Allen-Bradley PLCs, three-phase motors, or pneumatic systems. Applying to roles that list your specific platforms dramatically increases your callback rate over generalist applications.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists maintenance electrician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Quantify your preventive maintenance results

Replace vague claims like 'reduced downtime' with specific outcomes you can verify, such as cutting unplanned outages from weekly to monthly or extending motor service intervals. Concrete results make your resume stand out in a crowded applicant pool.

Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment

Many industrial employers include a bench test or panel walkthrough before extending an offer. Practice identifying and explaining common faults on motor control circuits, conduit wiring, and lockout/tagout procedures so you're ready to demonstrate competency on the spot.

Negotiate shift differential and on-call pay separately

Base pay is rarely the only variable for maintenance roles. Before accepting an offer, ask specifically about night-shift premiums, weekend rates, and on-call compensation, since these can significantly change your total earnings depending on the facility's schedule.

Maintenance Electrician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most maintenance electricians?

The companies hiring the most maintenance electricians right now include Walmart, JLL, and Rutgers University, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Ohio, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Manufacturing plants, food and beverage facilities, and large commercial property managers consistently account for the highest volume of postings.

How many maintenance electrician jobs are remote?

About 5% of maintenance electrician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most technical roles because the work requires physical access to equipment. Remote opportunities do exist for supervisory or electrical systems planning roles, where on-site presence is less constant.

How do you become a maintenance electrician?

You become a maintenance electrician by completing a state-registered apprenticeship program that combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training under a licensed electrician. After finishing your apprenticeship hours, you sit for your state's journeyman exam. From there, gaining experience with industrial controls, PLCs, and preventive maintenance systems positions you for senior maintenance roles.

Can you get hired as a maintenance electrician with little experience?

Yes, entry-level maintenance electrician roles exist, particularly at facilities with structured training programs like automotive plants or large logistics warehouses. Employers hiring at this level typically look for a completed electrical apprenticeship or vocational certificate, basic knowledge of the National Electrical Code, and demonstrated mechanical aptitude. Being willing to work off-shifts significantly expands your options early in your career.

What does the maintenance electrician interview process look like?

Most employers run a phone screen followed by an in-person interview that includes both behavioral questions and technical scenario questions about troubleshooting faults and reading schematics. Many facilities then administer a hands-on assessment or written skills test before making an offer. Safety knowledge, including lockout/tagout and arc flash protocols, is almost always evaluated at some stage in the process.

Where can I find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs?

You can find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your license type, industry experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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