Maintenance Electrician

About the role

The Maintenance Electrician will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, PLCs, control panels, and power distribution equipment.
• Diagnose electrical issues using testing devices such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and thermal imaging tools.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams.
• Install and troubleshoot industrial automation systems, including sensors, VFDs, and relay logic.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system modifications.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, new installations, and plant expansion projects.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an industrial or manufacturing electrician.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 3 phase power, control circuits, and automation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and industrial automation equipment.
• Proficiency with electrical testing and diagnostic tools.
• Understanding of NFPA 70E, NEC, and OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-demand environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to run and install conduit.
• Knowledge of Arm Flash and Arc blast. Understands the dangers associated with it and how to read Arc flash labels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or technical program preferred.
• State or journeyman electrician license (strongly preferred).
• 3+ years of industrial or manufacturing electrical experience.

Working conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and around industrial machinery.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods.

Pay

The range for this position is $28.00 hourly rate - $32.00 hourly rate. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

Schedule

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