Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

HiFyve is hiring an Industrial Electrician / Maintenance Electrician in the Manufacturing industry in St. Louis, MO!

Pay: $35-45/hr

Shift: Day shift with occasional weekend or OT and rotating on-call (with on-call pay) about 1 week per month

Location: St. Louis, MO

This role is responsible for keeping industrial equipment operating at peak performance by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems in a manufacturing environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable production while supporting maintenance, upgrades, and continuous improvement efforts.

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment
• Diagnose issues with motors, VFDs, PLC I/O, sensors, MCCs, and control panels
• Install, repair, and modify wiring, conduit, cable trays, and electrical components
• Maintain and troubleshoot single- and three-phase power systems (120/240/480V)
• Service motors, starters, relays, contactors, overloads, and MCCs
• Troubleshoot sensors and devices (photoeyes, prox switches, encoders, etc.)
• Support PLC troubleshooting (I/O verification and basic logic; no programming required)
• Set up and maintain VFDs and soft starters (parameters, diagnostics, replacements)
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance (thermal checks, inspections, cleaning)
• Document work orders, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in CMMS
• Coordinate with operations to schedule downtime and ensure safe equipment startup
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Respond to emergency repairs and support on-call needs

Safety & Compliance

• Follow NFPA 70E, NEC, and LOTO safety standards
• Use proper PPE and adhere to arc-flash safety procedures
• Maintain compliance with all plant safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Electrical trade school or apprenticeship preferred
• Journeyman Electrician license (preferred)
• OSHA 10/30 certification (preferred)
• 3–5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
• Experience working in manufacturing or production environments

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic
• Strong troubleshooting skills for industrial controls and electrical systems
• Experience with multimeters, clamp meters, meggers, and power monitoring tools
• Working knowledge of VFDs, motor controls, and automation systems
• Understanding of NFPA 70E, LOTO, and safe energized work practices
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word)

Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication across teams and shifts
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage downtime efficiently
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic
• Organized, detail-oriented, and safety-focused

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Hands-on role on the production floor
• Manufacturing environment with dust, noise, heat, and no A/C
• Work around energized equipment, moving machinery, and elevated platforms
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, and use of tools
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform fine motor tasks