Manufacturing Electrician

Title: Manufacturing Electrician
Location: Huntsville, AL
Position Status: Full-Time

Work Schedule:
Regular hours are 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime, evenings, or weekends may be required based on production demands.
Position Summary

The Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems within manufactured units. This role ensures electrical systems are properly connected, functional, and compliant with applicable specifications and electrical codes. The Electrician will work from blueprints and diagrams to support safe, reliable, and high-quality equipment builds.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan new or modified electrical installations to minimize material waste, allow for future maintenance, and ensure safe, reliable wiring in compliance with specifications and local electrical codes
• Interpret and follow electrical schematics, drawings, and blueprints to ensure proper wiring installation, including concealed wiring
• Pull wiring through units and connect electrical boxes to subcomponents
• Splice wires by stripping insulation, twisting or soldering connections, and applying appropriate insulation or terminal caps
• Connect wiring and power cables to electrical equipment, including control panels, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and diesel motors
• Install grounding leads and ensure proper system grounding
• Test circuit continuity and electrical compatibility using diagnostic tools such as ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, batteries, and buzzers
• Monitor the operation of electrical systems to identify defects, safety concerns, or the need for repair or adjustment
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical components or systems as required
• May perform basic cutting or welding of steel components using approved equipment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical diagrams
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring methods
• Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a production environment
• Completion of a formal electrician apprenticeship preferred
• Valid electrician's license preferred
• Must be capable of passing a drug screen
• Must be capable of passing a background check
• Must have strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Must be detail oriented with good analytical skills and ability to handle multiple tasks independently
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must have attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Must demonstrate positive, polite, and professional behavior at all times when dealing with co-workers, customers, and all levels of management
• Must have the ability to communicate using clear, concise, and accurate English; both verbal and written are Required

Physical Requirements:

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility to include but not limited to: bending, reaching, climbing, turning, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work, walking moderate to long distances may be required. Must be able to lift, move, and transport items frequently over 10 pounds.

Work Environment:

Generally, work is conducted in an inside office environment, but may also involve some outside work depending on the task. The inside environment may be in an office or cubicle with close quarters, low to moderate noise, and bright or dim lighting. Outside work may include various environmental conditions including warm and cold climates and while on travel.

Axxeum, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The company will provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment and all policies of the company.

At the time of hiring, employees are required to sign a written statement acknowledging that they are employed at the will of the company and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, and with or without cause. Employees who do not have an individualized written employment contract or a collective bargaining agreement are employed at the will of the company and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, these employees may terminate their employment at any time for any reasons.