Electrician
Trench Group · Charlotte, NC · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
As an Electrician, you play a critical role in maintaining the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our manufacturing facility. Every day, you’ll apply your technical expertise to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, equipment, and controls that support production operations. Working closely with manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, and operational teams, you’ll help minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and ensure compliance with safety standards. If you enjoy diagnosing complex electrical issues, working hands-on with industrial equipment, and contributing to a high-performing team environment, you’ll thrive in this role.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, machinery, and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- Support installation and commissioning of new production equipment including winding machines, curing ovens, testing equipment, and casting machinery.
- Perform troubleshooting on control systems, PLCs, drives, motors, and power distribution systems.
- Ensure compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical diagrams, and equipment manuals.
- Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) and ensure electrical work is completed safely.
- Install conduit, wiring, panels, and distribution equipment up to 480V (experience with MV/HV preferred).
- Conduct regular preventive maintenance and support equipment reliability programs.
- Collaborate with engineering teams during build-out and equipment commissioning phases.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and documentation.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase uptime and efficiency.
- Train and mentor junior technicians as the team grows.
Requirements
- Active state-issued Journeyman or Master Electrician License (North Carolina or ability to transfer).
- 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing electrical experience.
- Strong working knowledge of 3-phase power, control panels, VFDs, motors, sensors, and automation systems.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
- Experience with industrial installation and commissioning.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Committed to electrical safety and compliance (LOTO, arc flash, PPE).
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- NCBEEC, NCCER Electrical Certification, PLC/Industrial Controls Certifications preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with bonus potential.
- Full health coverage.
- Meaningful PTO including diversity days.