Industrial Electrician – 3rd Shift

Location: Charleston, SC

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to support electrical maintenance and troubleshooting in a heavy manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on position for someone who is comfortable working independently, diagnosing production equipment failures, and keeping machinery running safely and reliably.

Pay

$32 - $38/hr + $0.60/hour 3rd-shift differential

Schedule

Full-Time | 3rd Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Breaks: Two paid 20-minute breaks

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair 480V three-phase electrical systems, motors, motor controls, MCCs, transformers, relays, contactors, and control circuits.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, VFDs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial controls.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues on conveyors, motors, pumps, and heavy production equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance to minimize production downtime.
• Install and replace motors, electrical components, wiring, conduit, and control devices.
• Assist with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment when needed.
• Respond independently to production breakdowns and identify the root cause of equipment failures.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout, OSHA, and electrical safety procedures.

Requirements

• 5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong experience troubleshooting three-phase industrial electrical systems.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, motors, and industrial controls.
• Experience working on production or heavy manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics.
• Comfortable working independently on 3rd shift from 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM.
• Experience with conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics is a plus.
• Steel, metals, automotive, heavy manufacturing, or similar industrial experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Wellness incentives
• Telemedicine services
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities