Maintenance Electrician

Targeted HR Consulting is recruiting for a Maintenance Electrician to join a leading manufacturing operation in the Orangeburg, SC area. This is a direct-hire opportunity with a respected employer known for safety, innovation, and a strong team-oriented culture.

If you are an experienced industrial electrician looking for stability, growth, and a supportive environment, this role offers an excellent long-term career path.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive hourly pay + overtime eligibility

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription coverage

• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Education reimbursement

• Two weeks of vacation at hire, + 10 paid holidays and a paid anniversary day

• Excellent, team-oriented work environment

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Electrician, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing equipment runs reliably and safely. You’ll diagnose, repair, install, and maintain electrical systems and machinery to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems and industrial machinery

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime

• Use the CMMS to document work, review maintenance data, and run reports

• Support capital projects, equipment installations, and plant expansions

• Maintain compliance with 6S and all plant safety standards

• Provide leadership or supervisory backup as needed

• Work occasional weekends or alternate shifts as plant needs require

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical systems and components

• Skilled with electrical test devices (ohmmeters, voltmeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, etc.)

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings

• Experience installing wiring, fixtures, and equipment to electrical code

• Ability to identify hazards or defects and recommend corrective action

• Comfortable working from ladders, scaffolds, or elevated platforms

• Strong communication skills and ability to relay equipment issues to management

Education & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical experience required

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or Instrumentation Technology preferred

• Must pass a general electrical aptitude test

• Strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Who Thrives in This Role

• Detail-oriented industrial electricians who value uptime and reliability

• Problem solvers who enjoy fast-paced manufacturing environments

• Professionals who want a stable, long-term role with growth potential

Shift: Primarily 3rd Shift
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. No visa sponsorship available
Relocation: Not available – local and regional candidates only