Electrician

About the role

As an Electrician at Zekeman Industries - Atlas Tube in Chicago, you will play a critical role in maintaining and repairing tube mill production equipment to ensure maximum uptime, product quality, and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Shift Manager. This role is ideal for someone with strong electrical aptitude, troubleshooting expertise, and a proactive mindset. You'll thrive here if you enjoy solving problems, working hands-on in a fast-paced environment, and contributing to a safety-first culture.

Shift

Shift: 11p-7a or 3p-11p

Pay

Pay: $29.33 – $32.97/hour + Production Incentive

Who You Are

• Journeyman card, Associate’s Degree, or equivalent required (military service considered equivalent to 2-year degree)
• 2+ years of electrical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
• Experience in tube mill or steel manufacturing preferred
• Skilled in reading schematics, using diagnostic tools, and following maintenance documentation
• Capable of basic math and using measuring equipment accurately
• Strong communication, teamwork, and listening skills
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, climbing, and stooping
• Proficient in basic computer usage
• Maintains regular, full-time onsite attendance per posted schedule
• Leads and promotes safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and company policy

Physical Abilities

Must be able to lift, bend, climb, stoop, push, and pull; regularly required to stand and use hands or arms in a physically demanding environment.

What You’ll Do

• Maintains electrical systems on production equipment following all defined safety procedures, including LOTO compliance
• Ensures guards and safety devices are installed and functioning before equipment is turned over to operations
• Monitors and inspects equipment using both manual and computerized maintenance systems
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and manuals to perform effective troubleshooting and repairs
• Uses hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes, measuring devices, and testing equipment to perform electrical tasks
• Troubleshoots process and equipment problems, accurately identifying and resolving electrical faults
• Executes breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, and electrical changeovers on production lines
• Maintains clean, audit-ready work areas after completing electrical tasks
• Provides guidance to co-workers and communicates effectively with team members
• Reports unresolved safety, quality, or production issues to supervisor promptly
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You’ll Get

• Zekeman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality healthcare and company-paid insurance.
• Employees also enjoy professional growth opportunities and meaningful recognition:
• Healthcare Plan – Company Paid
• Dental – Company Paid
• Vision – Company Paid
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance – Company Paid
• Advancement Opportunities
• Company-Paid Training
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards

Additional Information

• M/F/D/V
• We are Zekeman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
• We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekeman Industries and of our customers.