Industrial Electrician - Manufacturing

Industrial Electrician – Manufacturing

Job Summary

The Industrial Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in a manufacturing environment. This role supports continuous production by ensuring all electrical, control, and automation systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, drives, PLCs, control panels, sensors, and power distribution equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical and control system failures to minimize downtime
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment
• Program, diagnose, and modify PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs as required
• Inspect equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes (NEC, OSHA, NFPA, etc.)
• Support equipment upgrades, retrofits, and new installations
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve equipment reliability

• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system changes
• Respond to emergency breakdowns during production hours or on-call rotations

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school preferred
• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as an industrial/manufacturing electrician
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (480V/3-phase, motor controls, PLCs)
• Experience with troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Familiarity with safety procedures and lockout/tagout practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• Experience with BAS systems (Trane Tracer, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, etc.)
• Experience with Fire Alarm Systems
• Knowledge of robotics, automation, or industrial networks
• CMMS experience for maintenance tracking
• OSHA or NFPA 70E training

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and around machinery
• Willingness to work overtime, shifts, or weekends as needed

Work Environment

• Manufacturing/industrial setting with exposure to noise, heat, and moving equipment
• Use of PPE required

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