Industrial Electrician

Industrial Electrician

Location(s): Irving, TX, US, 75060 Function: Manufacturing Audience: Hourly Work Arrangement: On Site

Role Summary: Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant electrical systems and manufacturing equipment up to 480 VAC. Promote safe, reliable operation through sound electrical practices, systematic fault-finding, and timely corrective action. Strong industrial electrical fundamentals are required; PLC and controls experience is a plus, and training is available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow company safety and environmental requirements. Apply NFPA 70E and LTT (Lock Tag Try); select and use appropriate arc-flash PPE, voltage-rated tools, and test equipment. Report incidents, near misses, injuries, and unsafe conditions promptly; maintain clean work areas and reinforce safe practices.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant power and control circuits, distribution equipment, transformers, MCCs, panels, breakers, disconnects, lighting, wiring, conduit, cable tray, and junction boxes in accordance with NEC and plant standards.
• Maintain and diagnose AC/DC and servo motors, starters, contactors, overloads, relays, sensors, encoders, soft starters, and VFDs. Use meters and other diagnostic tools to verify voltage, current, rotation, and insulation; troubleshoot drive faults and consult OEM support as needed.
• Lead electrical troubleshooting during downtime. Read schematics, one-lines, wiring and ladder diagrams, panel layouts, P&IDs, and manuals; identify root causes, resolve recurring failures, and recommend safety, reliability, and maintainability improvements.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and machinery, including inspections, thermography, motor condition checks, and power-quality reviews. Identify and correct deficiencies before failure.
• Opportunity to develop controls skills and support PLC-controlled equipment using electrical and I/O diagnostics. Verify field devices, wiring, communications, inputs, and outputs; assist controls staff, engineers, and vendors; refer required program changes to authorized controls personnel. Participate in assigned controls training.
• Maintain work records and technical documentation; redline drawings, verify electrical bills of material, and maintain approved PLC, HMI, and drive backups. Support installations, upgrades, capital projects, contractors, and cross-functional maintenance training.
• Work with and around Hot Oil, Asphalt, & Steam Systems
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Industrial Electrician Required Knowledge and Abilities:

• Industrial electrical troubleshooting; three-phase systems up to 480 VAC; distribution, motor controls, and VFDs; NFPA 70E, LTT (Lockout Tag Try), and applicable NEC requirements.
• Read electrical schematics, one-lines, diagrams, technical manuals, and procedures; use electrical test and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and attention to detail; make timely decisions under pressure and work independently or with a team.
• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or welding tasks; ability and willingness to learn PLCs, HMIs, networks, and automation systems.

Education and Experience:

• Required: High school diploma or GED. Five years of industrial electrical maintenance in manufacturing, or equivalent education and relevant experience. Demonstrated troubleshooting experience with industrial electrical systems, motors, and motor controls. Work independently with minimal supervision; maintain regular on-site attendance and rotate shifts and 24/7 on-call coverage.
• Preferred: Journeyman license or completed electrical apprenticeship. Associate degree in electrical technology, industrial maintenance, or related field. PLC troubleshooting or programming experience; interest in automation and controls. SAP or similar CMMS experience; NFPA 70E certification earned within the past three years; burner-system knowledge (Honeywell/Fireye).

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for several hours
• Able to climb on and off of fork truck
• Ability to stand for 10 - 12 hours straight
• Ability to climb and descend stairs for up to 12 hours continuously
• Lift and push and pull 50lbs. More than 100 times per day
• Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely
• Exposure to temperature extremes
• Exposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Bending and twisting
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools or control
• Repetitive movements

About Owens Corning:

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.