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Electrician – Maintenance

Clifton, NJ
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Electrician 1/C – Maintenance is responsible for performing skilled electrical work in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility and production electrical systems. This role supports all Value Centers by ensuring reliable operation of electrical infrastructure, equipment, and control systems in a safe and compliant manner.

Essential Functions: 

• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of high and low voltage electrical systems and equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using diagnostic tools and standard testing methods
• Support electrical systems including transformers, motors, control circuits, and distribution systems
• Install and maintain communication/data wiring (CAT5/6) and related infrastructure
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Support HVAC electrical systems and energy management/control systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and company safety standards
• Collaborate with other trades to support facility operations and emergency repairs
• Operate lifts, tools, and equipment safely, including company vehicles

Qualifications: (refer to Career Framework)

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience

• Strong knowledge of 480V/277V and 208V/120V systems

• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment effectively

• Experience reading schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings

• Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFPA standards

• Valid driver’s license required

Preferred Additional Skills: 

• Experience with HVAC systems and building automation/controls

• Experience with industrial or manufacturing environments

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Prior experience with preventive maintenance programs

• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance

  In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary for this role in New Jersey is $31.90 - $44.60. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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