Industrial Electrician

Kelly Services is seeking an Industrial Electrician for a direct hire opportunity with a packaging company in Florence, KY .

This is a full-time, permanent position on 1st shift , working Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm . On-call availability may be required depending on facility needs.

This is an hourly position , with pay up to $42/hr. The company also offers a strong benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and more . Benefits begin the month following hire.

We are looking for someone with strong industrial electrical maintenance experience who can troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, controls, and production equipment in a manufacturing environment. This is a highly hands-on role supporting both production equipment and plant systems , so the ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, responding quickly to issues on the floor, and helping keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, machinery, controls, and plant equipment

• Diagnose issues using wiring diagrams, drawings, meters, gauges, and other testing equipment

• Repair and replace motors, electrical circuits, motor control centers, and PLC-related components

• Install, service, calibrate, and test electrical and electronic equipment

• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and prevent equipment failures

• Work closely with operators, maintenance teammates, other trades, and outside vendors to identify and resolve issues

• Maintain repair logs, calibration records, and preventative maintenance documentation

• Respond to equipment or facility issues quickly, especially when safety risks are involved

• Follow OSHA, site safety procedures, and electrical code requirements during all maintenance activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment

• Experience with automation, machine control panels, and PLC troubleshooting

• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, electrical theory, and troubleshooting practices

• Ability to read and interpret circuits, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings

• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) standards

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, specialty tools, and diagnostic equipment effectively

• Electrical apprenticeship, vocational training, or technical certificate in electricity is preferred

• Scissor lift experience is a plus , but not required