Maintenance Electrician

If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment where integrity and passion drive operational excellence, AmerCable is the place for you!

AmerCable is an ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturer of jacketed electrical power, control and instrumentation cables. The company's core markets, mining, oil and gas, and industrial, require complex cable designs that can operate reliably over long periods of time in harsh operating environments.

As a customer-focused company, AmerCable's top priority is to help its customers be more productive and profitable with high-quality cable products and services, fast reliable delivery, field engineering support and outstanding customer service.

All cable products are made in El Dorado, Arkansas or Katy, Texas.

Location: El Dorado, AR

Employment Category: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Impact of this Role

The Maintenance Electrician supports reliable plant operations by testing, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment and systems throughout the facility. This role helps ensure building electrical equipment and components operate safely and efficiently while supporting broader Plant Engineering activities.

AmerCable is offering a $1,000 signing bonus for this Maintenance Electrician opportunity in El Dorado, AR! Bring your electrical experience and technical skills to a hands-on role supporting safe and efficient plant operations.

What Success Looks Like

• Maintain plant and office electrical systems and support the installation of electrical control systems.
• Install, examine, replace, and repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, and other electrical components.
• Maintain, repair, test, and install AC and DC motors, generators, and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems and related devices.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine the layout of industrial electrical installations.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Install, maintain, and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices as required.
• Install wiring and circuits in compliance with the National Electrical Code.
• Maintain low-pressure (125 PSI) and high-pressure (250 PSI) boilers as the sole operator during off-shift rotations.
• Identify and participate in resolving workplace hazards while complying with safety procedures and regulations.
• Support opportunities to reduce environmental impacts through waste reduction, recycling, and reducing pollution of air, water, soil, and resources.
• Support other Plant Engineering activities and perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Role

• At least two years of industrial electrical maintenance experience or related technical education.
• Journeyman electrician license or industrial electrician license.
• Ability to read and use blueprints, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to troubleshoot relay logic, AC and DC motors and drives, and other electrical components.
• Ability to obtain a state boiler license.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and good reading comprehension.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment, at heights above ground level, and in small or tight spaces.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to physically move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Mattr? (USA Hourly)

• Multiple medical, dental & vision plan options (Blue Cross Blue Shield & VSP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly company contributions
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match, vested from day one
• Incentive bonus plans + paid vacation & sick leave
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)
• Year-round permanent work at one location with tools, PPE & safety training
• Onsite parking + staff social events

AmerCable is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.