What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrician, Maintenance Tech II position at Howmet?
- Job Identification 114414
- Job Category Operations
- Posting Date 09/24/2025, 04:53 AM
- Locations 900 Watson Center Road, Carson, CA, 90745, US
- Job Schedule Full time
- Remote Work Schedule Availability? None
- Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
About Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking an Electrician, Maintenance Technician II for our Carson, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.
Primary Purpose
The primary function of this position is to maintain, repair, adjust, and modify the facilities tools and equipment, as well as the building and its grounds, according to a set schedule and in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Major Activities
- Perform technician skills including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines.
- Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
- Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
- Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other appropriate personnel to diagnose malfunction.
- Replaces faulty electrical components such as relays, switches, motors, and sensors.
- Replaces PLC's.
- Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical devices in manufacturing equipment.
- Strictly adhere to safety regulations and plant policies.
- Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's tools and equipment.
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Diagnose problems, repair or replace parts, test and make adjustments.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
- Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.
Essential Knowledge & Skills
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to work on oily and noisy machinery.
- Knowledge of or experience in working with Screw Machines, Drillers, Tappers, and other manufacturing equipment, as well as troubleshooting the above-mentioned machines.
- Physically able to stand, bend, reach, stretch, and lift 15-30 pounds repetitively.
- Detail oriented and has the ability to follow both oral and written directions, ability to work unsupervised.
Basic Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of experience as an Industrial Electrician
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
Benefits/Salary:
The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $20-$31.
Salary : $20 - $31
