Electrician (Journeyman Licensed)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience working with 480V three-phase electrical systems in a manufacturing or industrial environment. This role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, equipment installation, and ensuring electrical systems operate safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment.
• Diagnose electrical issues in a continuous manufacturing/processing environment.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, motors, control panels, and production equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and wiring drawings.
• Bend and install EMT, IMC, and Rigid conduit.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Assist with PLCs, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Soft Starters, and control systems.
• Assemble and wire electrical control panels.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, and all applicable electrical safety standards.
• Identify electrical hazards and understand arc-flash safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and production teams to minimize equipment downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and complete assigned work orders.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman Electrician License.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of 480V three-phase electrical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical equipment in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and one-line diagrams.
• Experience with conduit bending and installation (EMT, IMC, and Rigid).
• Knowledge of AC/DC control wiring and AC motors.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Willingness to work day or evening shifts, weekends, overtime, and on-call when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLC troubleshooting.
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Soft Starters.
• Control panel assembly and wiring experience.
• Working knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70E.
• Experience in food processing, manufacturing, chemical, packaging, or other industrial facilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Comfortable working in industrial environments with exposure to heat, cold, humidity, moving machinery, and electrical equipment.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).