Smelter Electrician

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About the role

We are seeking a skilled electrician to maintain heavy industrial machinery. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AC-DC motors and controls, combustion, metering, air conditioning, power distribution, electronics process control computers, welding, conduit, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical components of smelting equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues in high-temperature environments.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams and blueprints to ensure accurate installation and maintenance.
• Perform general electrical maintenance and inspections on transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical components.
• Collaborate with other team members to complete projects efficiently.

Requirements

Our values—act with integrity, operate with excellence, care for people, lead with courage—are at the foundation of everything we do. To succeed in this role, you should have the following background:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 3 years journey-level experience as an electrician maintaining heavy industrial machinery, with working knowledge of AC-DC motors and controls, combustion, metering, air conditioning, power distribution, electronics process control computers, welding, conduit, and schematics.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Graduate of an approved apprentice program or technical training beyond high school.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition, and rewards programs.
• Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA.
• 401(k) with employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period), and a nonqualified deferred compensation plan.

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About the Location

Alcoa “Warrick,” based in Newburgh, Indiana (just outside Evansville, IN), has been part of the community for over 60 years. Join the next generation of Alcoans and experience endless opportunities in a values-led, vision-driven workplace united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.