Commercial Electrician

Position Summary

The Electrician is responsible for wiring, assembling, and testing electrical systems for overhead cranes and hoists in accordance with engineering drawings, schematics, and national electrical standards. This role ensures that all cranes meet Lift Solutions’ quality, safety, and performance requirements before shipment or installation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Electrical Assembly & Wiring - Install and wire control panels, motor drives, limit switches, and pendant or radio control systems for new bridge cranes and hoists.

• Route, Terminate, and Label Wiring - Route, terminate, and label wiring per electrical schematics and lift industry standards (NFPA 70/NFPA 79).

• Mount and Connect Components - Mount and connect components such as contactors, overloads, PLCs, and VFDs.

• Testing & Troubleshooting - Perform functional testing of completed cranes to verify operation of hoist, trolley, and bridge motions, including safety interlocks and emergency stops. Diagnose and repair electrical malfunctions in control circuits and power systems.

• Use Test Equipment - Use meters, test equipment, and diagnostic tools to ensure voltage, current, and continuity specifications are met.

• Compliance & Documentation - Ensure all work complies with OSHA, NEC, and company safety standards. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and bills of material. Record test results and update wiring changes or corrections on drawings as needed.

• Continuous Improvement - Provide feedback to engineering on design or manufacturability improvements. Collaborate with mechanical assemblers and project managers to ensure timely, high-quality builds.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certificate in industrial or electrical technology preferred.

• Experience: 3+ years of industrial electrical experience; crane or hoist manufacturing background strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with Control Systems - Familiarity with control systems, 480 V 3-phase power, and motor control circuits.

• Certifications: Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent preferred; OSHA 10/30 certification a plus.

• Skills: Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and mechanical drawings. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability. Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and radio controls is beneficial.

• Commitment to Safety, Quality, and Teamwork.

Working Conditions

• Primarily shop-based with occasional field testing or installation support.

• Frequent standing, bending, and lifting components up to 50 lbs.

• Exposure to manufacturing environment (noise, overhead cranes, moving equipment).

Why Join Lift Solutions

You’ll work alongside skilled technicians, engineers, and project teams who take pride in craftsmanship, safety, and innovation. As part of our rapidly growing national platform, you’ll have opportunities for advancement, training, and certification in the crane and lifting industry.