Industrial Electrical Maintenance Specialist — Drives, PLCs & Power Distribution

Ready to keep a heavy-industry plant powered up?

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an Industrial Electrical Maintenance Specialist to support a major industrial client known for modern equipment, overtime availability, and a safety-first culture. If you thrive on tough, hands-on work and want reliable hours with strong earning potential, let’s talk.

Role snapshot

• Ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation of plant electrical systems under federal and state mining regulations and company policies.
• Diagnose and repair motors, generators, AC/DC starters, breakers, lighting, conduit, wiring, and control systems.
• Complete routine and preventive maintenance on electrical and drive systems.
• Install new equipment during construction, upgrades, and replacements.
• Conduct safety inspections at least once per shift; escalate when conditions warrant.
• Operate mobile equipment as needed—only after MSHA-required task training.

You will

• Use meters, meggers, and diagnostic tools to find faults and verify performance.
• Assist mechanical teams: isolate and lock out drives, disconnect motor leads, and prep for safe disassembly.
• Maintain a complete set of required tools within 90 days (tool list provided upon hire).
• Continuously remove slip, trip, and fall hazards through housekeeping.

You bring

• Strong electrical fundamentals, troubleshooting skill, and mechanical aptitude.
• Proven reliability, great attendance, and a strong safety record.
• Ability to perform arc welding and use cutting torches when needed.
• Capability to work independently and communicate effectively with teammates.
• Knowledge of safe operation of mobile equipment throughout plant operations.

Background & credentials

• 3–5 years of verified experience as an industrial electrician in mining or heavy industry.
• Proficient with electrical meters, megger testing, and diagnostic instruments.
• Experienced with variable speed drives, power distribution systems, and AC/DC starters.
• PLC troubleshooting experience is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training preferred.

Compensation & advancement

• Pay: $40.02
• Excellent benefits, performance raises, and career development pathways.

Tools & tech you’ll touch

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Why Express Employment Professionals

We connect skilled tradespeople with long-term opportunities at top industrial employers, combining reliable schedules with a culture built on safety, teamwork, and results.

Apply today:www.expresspros.com | 307-460-9074