Electrical Technician

IKO North America•Ironton, MO

10d•$32 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

IKO Industries Ltd. is seeking an Electrical Technician for its granule manufacturing plant in Bismarck, Missouri. The plant produces granules from raw material for IKO’s vertically integrated shingle manufacturing operation. The Electrical Technician installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs plant electrical systems and equipment to support safe and reliable operations. The position covers machinery, motors, control systems, instrumentation, and facility electrical systems, with work performed in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. It reports to the Electrical Supervisor and is safety sensitive. The position may be filled at Apprentice I, Apprentice II, Technician I, Technician II, or Journeyman level, based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience, and demonstrated electrical competencies. Rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime may be required.

Requirements

Journeyman Electrician certification or equivalent trade qualification.
High school diploma or GED.
Experience implementing electrical safety.
Experience with electrical lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, motors, controls, PLCs, and industrial automation.
Proficiency troubleshooting, diagnosing, and testing PLC-automated circuits, motors, and motor control circuits.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Knowledge of relevant electrical safety codes and instrumentation sensors and transmitters.
Ability to learn computer-based maintenance software.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team setting with other tradespeople.
Ability to lead, guide, and mentor junior electricians.
Strong communication, organizational, time-management, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, including managing multiple jobs with varying priorities.
Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in an industrial environment with exposure to dust, noise, heat, and moving equipment.
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces as required.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
Experience in manufacturing, processing, or industrial plant operations.
Knowledge of Allen-Bradley AC Drives, ControlLogix PLC, and relay logic.
Knowledge of Maximo.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment, machinery, and control systems.
Diagnose and correct electrical failures using testing and diagnostic equipment.
Maintain and repair motors, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), PLCs, sensors, and instrumentation.
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Install conduit, wiring, panels, switches, and related electrical components.
Support plant production by responding to equipment breakdowns and minimizing downtime.
Assist with equipment upgrades, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Comply with MSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, company safety standards, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and other safety protocols.
Use the Maximo computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and documentation.
Collaborate with operators, production personnel, and maintenance team members to resolve equipment issues.
Prioritize safety and comply with all safety policies, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.