Electrician, Coated Abrasives

Compagnie de Saint-Gobain

NY

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$29.87–$39.59 Per Hour
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Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Analysis Skills, Auto Insurance, Automation Systems, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, ControlLogix, Cookies, Corrective Action, Czech Language, Danish Language, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Documentation, Electrical Components, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Finance, Finnish Language, Forklift, IP (Internet Protocol), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Italian Language, Latin Language, Legal, Life Insurance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems, Motor Control Systems, Online Advertising, Operational Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Physical Demands, Polish Language, Prescription Drugs, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Property Insurance, Record Keeping, Romanian Language, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Scaffolding, Schematics, Steel Industry, Targeted Advertising, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Technical Writing, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Ukrainian Language, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Browsers
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3 days ago

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Posting date : 07/20/2026

Reference : USA15012

Electrician, Coated Abrasives

United States, New York, WATERVLIET

  • Permanent / Regular

  • Technical Production

  • On site

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Why do we need you ?

The Electrician is responsible for maintaining electrical and instrumentation components for manufacturing, cloth finishing, and facilities equipment to ensure optimal reliability and uptime.

This includes:

  • Performing preventive and corrective maintenance
  • Troubleshooting and repairing equipment using technical knowledge and theory
  • Responding to service calls and call-ins to support production operations
  • Ensuring availability of necessary tools, parts, and supplies for each jo
  • Completing service records and recommending equipment modifications or component replacements

Is this job for you ?

The Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical and instrumentation systems in a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of electrical theory, industrial controls, and safe work practices, with hands-on experience supporting production equipment and facility infrastructure.

Candidates should have experience with power distribution systems, motor starters, lighting circuits, industrial control systems, and electrical troubleshooting. Experience with Rockwell ControlLogix PLCs, variable frequency AC/DC drives, motors, process instrumentation, transmitters, control valves, control loops, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) is preferred. Familiarity with monitoring and controlling process variables such as temperature, pressure, flow, and pH is also desired.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment documentation to diagnose and resolve equipment failures while minimizing downtime.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and instrumentation systems.
  • Diagnose electrical, PLC, drive, and control system issues and implement effective corrective actions.
  • Follow all company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, procedures, and equipment manuals.
  • Accurately complete maintenance records and operational documentation.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
  • Work safely at heights using ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, and fall protection equipment.
  • Operate forklifts, hoists, boom lifts, hand trucks, and other material handling equipment as needed.
  • Perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, kneeling, climbing, carrying, stooping, and working in confined spaces or extreme temperatures.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams.

Steps to join us

Please complete the full online application and submit a detailed resume for this position.

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Qualifications

  • Journeyman Electrician card and/or state electrician license preferred.
  • Minimum of four years of industrial manufacturing electrical experience preferred.
  • Additional education or experience in electrical and instrumentation systems preferred.
  • Experience troubleshooting PLCs, motor controls, instrumentation, and industrial automation systems.
  • Strong technical, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize work, communicate effectively, and work independently or as part of a team.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, odors, moving machinery, and electrical, mechanical, and chemical hazards. Required PPE includes safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and bump caps.

The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods, working up to 12-hour shifts, performing repetitive tasks, climbing stairs and ladders, and working in confined spaces when necessary. Pre-employment requirements include a physical capabilities assessment, respirator fit testing, and a drug screening.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state's Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

Benefits in joining us

Membership in IBEW Local 236 is required for this position. The assigned shift is Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM.

Candidates who do not fully meet the qualifications may be required to enroll in the local IBEW apprenticeship program, which includes on-the-job training and classroom instruction. Applicable professional experience and education may be credited toward apprenticeship requirements.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $29.87-$39.59, plus a shift differential of $0.45-$0.55 per hour, depending on schedule. Employees are also eligible for annual incentive bonuses of up to $5,000, based on company and individual performance. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.

Benefits

Saint-Gobain offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees' physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • LiveWell Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave
  • 401(k) with company match and Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) pension
  • Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability
  • Optional life insurance, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
  • Group legal services, identity theft protection, auto/home insurance, and pet inusrancee
  • PerkSpot employee discount program
  • Volunteer Day
  • Annual tools allowance (up to $275)
  • Company-provided steel-toe shoes and safety glasses

This position may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement. In the event of any conflict between this posting and the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA will govern.

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