Industrial Electrician

Overview

Element Resources is hiring in Forest City, Missouri!

$2,500 sign-on bonus!

The starting pay is between $30.20- $35.19 per hour, depending on experience.

A Shift: Sunday - Tuesday, every other Wednesday; 6:50 am to 6:50 pm

B Shift: Thursday - Saturday, every other Wednesday; 6:50 am to 6:50 pm

Eligible to earn an attendance bonus in addition to your regular pay rate - paid weekly, 8.4% of wages- nearly $2.00 per hour more!

Element Resources operates one of the leading battery recycling facilities in the country and has been a mainstay in the Forest City community for over 30 years. Did you know that batteries are the most recycled product in the world with a more than 99 percent recycling rate? Element provides an essential supply of recycled products to America's battery manufacturers to produce high-quality, top-performing batteries to power cars, trucks and forklifts, which are vital to keeping our country's supply chain running.

The Industrial Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all electrical systems, manufacturing equipment, and power distribution components within the recycling plant. Given the nature of lead-acid battery recycling, the candidate must be highly skilled in working in corrosive environments, managing high-voltage equipment, and strict adherence to OSHA safety standards, specifically involving acid handling and lead exposure.


Additional bonus opportunities available!

Eligible for 3 floating holidays after 60-day probationary period - 6 additional holidays during the calendar year.

Element offers a strong benefit package that includes the following:

• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical coverage through Anthem Blue Cross BlueShield
• Dental coverage through Cigna
• Vision - free annual exams for enrolled employees
• Paid Time Off
• Insurance Plans - Life, AD&D, LTD, STD and other optional benefits may be available

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Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance : Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance on heavy machinery, including conveyor systems, crushers, separators, furnaces, and pollution control equipment.
• Troubleshooting : Diagnose and repair complex electrical failures in 3-phase motors, motor control centers (MCCs), PLC systems, and robotic components.
• Corrosion Management : Inspect, clean, and replace electrical components (conduits, junction boxes, panels) degraded by sulfuric acid fumes and dust. Implement specialized sealing/protection for electrical installations.
• Compliance & Safety : Enforce OSHA safety procedures, including Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), arc flash safety, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• System Installation : Install new electrical circuits, conduit, wiring, and machinery, ensuring adherence to National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• Instrumentation & Control : Calibrate sensors, timers, and PID controllers used in furnace monitoring and acid filtration systems.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate records of all maintenance, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Qualifications

• Experience : 3-5+ years of experience as an industrial electrician, preferably in a heavy manufacturing, foundry, or chemical processing environment.
• Technical Knowledge : Strong understanding of electrical schematics, blueprints, and 480V 3-phase systems.
• PLC Troubleshooting : Experience troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) (e.g., Allen-Bradley/Siemens).
• Certifications : Journeyman Electrician License preferred.
• Safety Focus : In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, particularly regarding hazardous materials and lead safety.
• Physical Stamina : Ability to work in tight spaces, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs, often wearing full protective gear (respirators, acid-resistant suits).

Physical Environment & Hazards

• Environment : Extremely hot, loud, and corrosive (sulfuric acid mist).
• Hazards : Potential exposure to lead dust and sulfuric acid fumes, requiring stringent hygiene protocols (shower-out procedures).

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EEO Statement

Element Resources is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Statement

Element Resources (elementrellc.com) is one of the nation's largest secondary recyclers of lead batteries used to power Transportation and Industrial market applications. With recycling plants located in Canon Hollow, Missouri, and Muncie, Indiana, Element Resources is committed to operating in an environmentally responsible way to ensure more than 16 million lead batteries are safely recycled each year, contributing the sustainability of the lead battery industry.