Industrial Maintenance Electrician

As a global marketing experience company, Quad helps clients win every day by using a data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions, reduce friction, and enhance marketing spend effectiveness. We believe in our people, empowering them to act like owners and take charge of their success.

About the role

Quad is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to join our Hartford manufacturing team. In this role, you'll maintain and troubleshoot sophisticated electrical and automation systems that keep one of North America's largest commercial printing operations running efficiently. Your expertise will maximize equipment uptime, improve reliability, and support safe, high-quality production.

Millions of people see the products we produce daily—magazines, catalogs, retail advertising, packaging, and other printed products. At Quad, you'll work with advanced technology, solve complex technical challenges, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people. Hartford is one of Quad's largest manufacturing campuses and a key part of our nationwide production network, featuring advanced printing technology and innovation in CRT ink manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex industrial electrical and automation systems.
• Perform advanced PLC troubleshooting, diagnostics, and ladder logic modifications.
• Install, maintain, and repair relay-controlled and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Service and calibrate AC/DC motors, drives, transformers, and power distribution systems.
• Work safely with electrical systems up to 480 VAC.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Support equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company safety policies and electrical safe work practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of three years of industrial electrical maintenance experience is required.
• Advanced PLC troubleshooting experience, including ladder logic modifications and online diagnostics.
• Experience working with industrial motors, transformers, power distribution systems, and AC/DC drives.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and automation controls.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience using both standard and metric measurements.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative maintenance team.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work a 12-hour compressed schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Must provide personal hand tools appropriate for the position.
• Printing industry experience is a plus, but not required.

Benefits

• 12-hour compressed work schedule—work only 182 days per year while maintaining full-time pay and benefits.
• On-site fitness center to support health and wellness.
• On-site medical clinic for convenient access to healthcare.
• Opportunities to work with advanced manufacturing and automation technology.
• Career growth and advancement across maintenance, engineering, operations, and leadership.
• Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Pay

$38.00–$48.00 per hour, based on relevant experience and work history.

Schedule

• 12-hour compressed work schedule (3/4 or 4/3 rotation).
• Shift options: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm or 6:00 pm – 6:00 am.

Paid relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates relocating from 100+ miles away.