Plant Maintenance Electrical Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Keep a complex operation running—safely, reliably, and by the book

Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous learning. Your expertise ensures uptime, quality, and code compliance across our manufacturing environment.

Core responsibilities

• Construct, assemble, install, repair, replace, and maintain electrical and pneumatic equipment and services throughout the facility and grounds.
• Execute major electrical work—main and unit substations, transformers, bus duct, and control panels—in full alignment with national, state, and local electrical codes.
• Troubleshoot machine electrical components using schematics, prints, and written procedures; replace defective parts to achieve desired operating results.
• Produce sketches/diagrams and collaborate with designers/management to design, build, and commission special devices and custom electrical solutions.
• Perform foundational electronic diagnostics following set procedures, including module and circuit board replacement.
• Carry out preventive maintenance routines, periodic operational checks, and thermocouple testing/replacement.
• Operate powered mobile equipment to move, place, and repair equipment as needed.
• Maintain schedules and progress logs; use respiratory protective equipment when required.
• Support facility needs such as loading/unloading trucks, lamp replacement, and general housekeeping.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to less experienced tradespersons or helpers.
• Adhere to company policies and all applicable safety and environmental regulations; keep work areas, tools, and machines orderly.

Preferred background

• A.A.S. degree or Certificate from an accredited electrical trade program; successful completion of job-related skills assessments.
• 4+ years of experience in an industrial or equivalent setting.
• Ability to pass visual, hearing, and physical assessments; complete Powered Industrial Truck Operator training per policy; meet color-vision requirements.
• Shift schedule determined by business needs upon successful completion of the electrician training program.
• Non-journeyman electricians will train under the supervision of a more skilled electrician until training is fully and successfully completed.

Skills and proficiencies

• 120/208/240/480 V systems
• Preventive maintenance and inspection
• Electrical installation
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Electrical/electronic systems
• Industrial electrical experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center