Maintenance - 3rd Shift Electrician - Machinery Job at GKN Aerospace Services Limited, Cromwell, CT

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  • GKN Aerospace Services Limited
  • Cromwell, CT

Job Description

Maintenance - 3rd Shift Electrician - Machinery

Date: Apr 27, 2026

Location:Cromwell, CT, US

Company: GKN Aerospace Careers

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

 

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

As a Production Electrician on 3rd Shift, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment within a manufacturing/production facility. Your expertise will ensure that all electrical components operate safely and efficiently, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous production processes. In this role, you will work closely with engineers, maintenance teams, and production staff to troubleshoot issues, perform preventive maintenance, and implement upgrades to electrical systems. You will also be responsible for adhering to safety regulations and company policies, ensuring compliance with local and national electrical codes. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in manufacturing/production facility
  • Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform corrective actions
  • Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documents
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes
  • Collaborate with engineers and production teams on system upgrades
  • Document maintenance activities and repair work
  • Respond to emergency breakdowns
  • Test electrical systems and components for functionality
  • Assist in the installation of new machinery and automation systems
  • Appropriately apply Federal, State and Local governmental codes.
  • Gather data, identify and document requirements for facilities projects.
  • Maintain, document and verify site utility locations, asset installations, property boundaries and site characteristics.
  • Distribute information consistent with company policies and recognized industry standards.

Job Qualifications

Education

  • Electrician background/ (trade school) etc.

 

Formal Qualifications

  • MUST BE A U.S Citizen.
  • Proven experience as an electrician in a production or industrial setting
  • Valid electrician’s license or certification
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety standards
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
  • Experience with PLCs and automation systems is a plus
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good communication skills
  • Willingness to work shifts and participate in on-call rotations
  • Must meet the following physical requirements:
  1. Ability to climb extension ladders.
  2. Ability to consistently lift 45lbs from a floor or table position to chest height using proper lifting technique.
  3. Ability to spend long periods of time on your feet and/or walking.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further.  And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

 

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

 

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN.  We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.  It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’.  By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.​

Job Tags

Local area, Shift work, Night shift

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