Industrial Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Wright Technical Services is supporting a leading manufacturing partner in Mentor, Ohio, in the search for a highly skilled Maintenance Electrician for a 1st shift opportunity. This role is ideal for a certified or licensed electrician with extensive industrial maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a deep understanding of electrical systems, safety standards, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, machinery, and equipment within a modern manufacturing facility, helping ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Candidates should be comfortable working with industrial controls, automation systems, and equipment operating up to 480V three-phase power.

Job Duties Include:

• Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.
• Plan for installation of new equipment, including building electrical service capacity, circuit branch evaluation, circuit breakers, transformers, wire sizes, and disconnect requirements up to 480 volts / 3-phase.
• Install and troubleshoot mechanical components including fasteners, power belting, pulleys, chain drives, shafting, dynamic shaft seals, bearings, lubricants, couplings, clutches, gear drives, speed reducers, and conveyor drive systems.
• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by coordinating preventive maintenance requirements for production machines and following diagrams and sketches.
• Assist the maintenance inventory control person in maintaining an adequate inventory of electrical parts to minimize downtime on process equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of electrical code and regulatory changes.
• Adhere to plant safety procedures including, but not limited to, Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, and PPE requirements; lead Lockout/Tagout audits.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of automation including control panels, PLC concepts, VFDs, sensors, and data recording.
• Knowledgeable in applicable electrical codes and regulations including the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E, and OSHA 1910.
• Ability to read schematics and other technical documents and use electrical schematics to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Knowledgeable in troubleshooting and tuning gas burners, including control mechanisms, safety features, flame controls, and burner rebuilds.
• Industrial and business office ventilation experience and knowledge of industrial chemical processing environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is preferred.

Experience:

• 10–15 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience sourcing and managing subcontractors.
• Ability to work on temperature controllers, including PID tuning, calibration, and installation.

Summary:

The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems within a manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role utilizes mechanical knowledge and electrical expertise to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant equipment. With a focus on safety and quality, the Maintenance Electrician contributes to a well-functioning manufacturing environment, supporting operational goals and enhancing overall productivity.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person, Mentor, Ohio.