Industrial Electrician

Machining Skilled Trades - Industrial Electrician Level III (3rd Shift)

Location: Jamestown, NY

Schedule: 3rd Shift | 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM (± based on production needs)

Pay: Approximately $39.99/hour ($37.70 base + $2.29/hour shift premium)

Relocation Assistance: Available

Openings: 4

Position Overview

We're seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician Level III to join a manufacturing team supporting advanced machining operations. In this role, you'll troubleshoot, install, repair, test, and maintain industrial electrical systems to maximize equipment uptime, improve reliability, and support safe manufacturing operations.

This position is ideal for an experienced industrial electrician with strong troubleshooting skills and experience working with PLCs, CNC equipment, robotics, and automated manufacturing systems.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot, install, repair, test, and maintain industrial electrical systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, control, hydraulic, and pneumatic system failures.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes and safety standards.

Automation & Controls

• Troubleshoot and support:
• PLC systems
• HMI interfaces
• Servo drives
• CNC machinery
• Robotics
• Automated manufacturing equipment
• Support machine programming and automation improvements.
• Assist with equipment upgrades and process improvements.

Manufacturing Support

• Respond to equipment downtime and restore production as quickly as possible.
• Support prototype, production, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide input into preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability efforts.
• Participate in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Immediately report safety hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Work safely around electrical and other hazardous energy sources.
• Maintain compliance with NEC, IEC, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards.

Leadership & Teamwork

• Coach and mentor apprentices and less experienced technicians.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams.
• Support a culture of teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Significant industrial electrical maintenance experience or specialized technical training
• Ability to troubleshoot industrial electrical systems
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed

One of the Following Is Required

• 7+ years of relevant industrial electrical or maintenance experience
• Journeyman Electrician certification with applicable experience
• Associate's degree (or 2-year technical degree) in a related field plus 3+ years of industrial electrical or machine repair experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:

• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• HMI systems
• Servo drives
• CNC machine controls
• Industrial robotics
• Automation systems
• Industrial electrical controls
• Heavy manufacturing equipment
• Preventive maintenance programs
• Lean Manufacturing or TPM

Knowledge of:

• National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Industrial Electrical Code (IEC)
• NFPA 70E electrical safety standards

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following are encouraged to apply:

• Industrial Maintenance
• Industrial Electrician
• Controls Engineering
• Industrial Automation
• Robotics
• CNC Maintenance
• Heavy Equipment Maintenance
• Manufacturing Maintenance
• Welding & Fabrication
• Machining
• Agricultural Equipment Maintenance
• Commercial or Residential Electrical (with strong industrial troubleshooting aptitude)

Required Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting
• Industrial controls
• PLCs
• CNC equipment
• Robotics and automation
• Blueprint and schematic interpretation
• Preventive maintenance
• Root cause analysis
• Safety compliance
• Strong communication and teamwork

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly pay with $2.29/hour shift premium
• Relocation assistance available
• Company-provided toolbox and all required tools
• No upfront cost for tools
• Employees retain their tools upon retirement

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and machining environment
• 3rd shift schedule
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, climbing, and working around industrial equipment
• Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs

EOE (including Disability/Veterans)