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RK Industries

Specialty contracting, prefabrication, modular systems provider

Shop Electrician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$22 - $35/hr
Junior, Mid, Senior
Aurora, CO, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation

About the job

Requirements
  • Shop Electrician-1 requires 2 or more years of electrical experience.
  • Shop Electrician-1 prefers a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Shop Electrician-1 prefers vocational training in electrical work.
  • Shop Electrician-2 requires 4 or more years of electrical experience and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and technical drawings independently.
  • Shop Electrician-2 requires the ability to perform most electrician tasks independently while meeting quality and delivery expectations.
  • Shop Electrician-2 requires attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Shop Electrician-2 requires understanding of continuous improvement initiatives and the ability and willingness to contribute.
  • Shop Electrician-3 requires 6 or more years of electrical experience.
  • Shop Electrician-3 requires the ability to read and interpret advanced blueprints and independently manage job requirements.
  • Shop Electrician-3 requires a strong understanding of electrical codes and quality assurance.
  • Shop Electrician-3 requires problem-solving ability and collaboration with engineering and production teams to resolve complex electrical challenges and plan upcoming projects.
  • Employees must be able to work in outdoor, indoor, dusty, noisy, hazardous, high, tight, and confined spaces or other adverse locations.
  • Employees must be able to climb, balance, squat, kneel, and crouch for extended periods and lift, move, or carry 50 pounds.
  • Employees must comply with company policies and procedures and follow safety and health requirements, including notifying a supervisor of hazards and stopping work when an unsafe condition is present.
Responsibilities
  • Work with electricians, installers, and support functions to execute production processes safely and efficiently, meeting quality standards, delivery dates, and operational budgets.
  • Perform manufacturing tasks in accordance with company policies and performance metrics.
  • Interpret job orders and drawings as needed for the assigned area.
  • Lay out and fabricate equipment and parts.
  • Operate trade-specific machinery.
  • Maintain accurate time records.
  • Perform other assignments as directed by production management.
  • Perform technical responsibilities under direct supervision as applicable to the entry-level scope.
  • Contribute to developing and improving concepts, techniques, and procedures.
  • Resolve issues and make recommendations using judgment and initiative.
  • Shop Electrician-2 builds on Shop Electrician-1 responsibilities and performs more complex electrical work independently.
  • Shop Electrician-2 mentors Shop Electrician-1 employees.
  • Shop Electrician-2 collaborates with team members to meet production goals.
  • Shop Electrician-3 performs complex electrical installations and troubleshooting and provides team leadership.
  • Shop Electrician-3 leads, mentors, develops, and drives a cross-functional manufacturing team.
  • Shop Electrician-3 supports lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the company

RK Industries is a family-owned group delivering specialty contracting, prefabricated solutions and modular systems through seven operating divisions: RK Mechanical, RK Steel, RK Electrical, RK Mission Critical, RK Energy, RK Water and RK Service. It designs, fabricates and installs mechanical, electrical, structural and modular systems across the Mountain West from six facilities headquartered in Denver. Its service model combines on-site contracting work with off-site fabrication and modular construction to streamline projects from design to completion. The company differentiates itself through its long family history, multi-division integration, and regional focus, enabling coordinated, single-source delivery across mechanical, electrical, structural, energy, water and service needs. The goal is to provide reliable, end-to-end contracting and modular solutions that support complex projects while upholding its family legacy and regional service commitments.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

1963

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What believers are saying

  • RK won ENR Specialty Firm of the Year on September 29, 2026.
  • RK says its Aurora expansion created nearly 1,200 jobs in 2026.
  • RK posted active hiring on October 5, 2026 across Denver, Aurora, Henderson, and Phoenix.

What critics are saying

  • Rapid 2025-2026 expansion can strain execution, quality, and cash discipline across new sites.
  • Skilled-trades competition in Colorado, Arizona, and Texas threatens staffing, schedules, and margins.
  • Any major safety failure or project blowup would damage RK's family-brand reputation.

What makes RK Industries unique

  • RK bundles mechanical, steel, electrical, water, service, and Mission Critical under one operator.
  • Its Aurora campus, opened April 2026, unifies headquarters, engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing.
  • RK self-performs prefab and modular delivery across data centers, energy, healthcare, and government.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Training Programs
  • Professional Development Budget