2nd shift Tufting Electrician - (Commercial)

About the Role

The Electrician will work in conjunction with the maintenance, production, and engineering departments to provide electrical support to the Tufting Department. Responsibilities include equipment troubleshooting, electrical device installation, new equipment installation, and developing and implementing equipment process improvements through technology and automation.

Responsibilities

• Repair electrical problems for industrial carpet manufacturing processes.
• Install electrical conduit and wiring, design electrical circuits, and estimate costs.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting of equipment and processes using electrical theory, meters, equipment manuals, schematics, and other resources.
• Troubleshoot motors, controllers, and advanced motor controls, such as VFDs, technical sensors, lasers, and situation monitors.
• Assist maintenance staff in operational debugging of machine controllers, motors, motor controls, sensors, and related components using Tarkett standard techniques.
• Communicate with project teams to ensure project awareness.
• Collaborate with controls engineers or technicians to maintain current and accurate schematics and backup programs for PLCs, HMIs, and camera systems.
• Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or 5–7 years of related experience and/or technical training in electrical troubleshooting, basic electricity, motors, VFDs, and motor controls; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is a plus but not required (may be required for advancement to Controls Technician).
• Trained in and accountable for lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures.
• Self-starter and team player capable of multitasking and prioritizing projects.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Initiate and install suggestions for upgrading electrical components and improving manufacturing processes.

Skills

• Read and comprehend electrical schematics, instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Calculate electrical ratios, proportions, percentages, and other measurements.
• Interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, sit, use hand/eye coordination, operate hand/air/electrical power tools, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and listen.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options.
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
• Commitment to safety as a top priority.

About the Company

With over 140 years of history, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, generating €3.3 billion in turnover in 2025. The Group employs close to 12,000 people across 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers, and 33 production sites. Tarkett serves customers in over 100 countries and is committed to circular economy and sustainability through its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach.

Tarkett utilizes renewable energy and a closed-loop recycled water process, is committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption, and is the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation.