Electrician – Copper Rod Mill

IMC-Metalsamerica LLC

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About The Position

Responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and automation systems within a copper rod mill. This role ensures optimal operation of production equipment by supporting PLC systems, drives, instrumentation, and electrical distribution systems while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards. This is a Monday - Friday day shift position.

Requirements

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of industrial electrical/controls experience (metals or manufacturing preferred)
• Strong knowledge of PLC troubleshooting
• Experience with industrial automation systems and networks
• Proficiency with VFDs, motors, and industrial electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Familiarity with SCADA/HMI systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Good communication skills with operations and maintenance teams
• Willingness to work overtime, and on-call as needed

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical issues in production equipment, including motors, starters, relays, and power distribution systems
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems
• Troubleshoot high-voltage and low-voltage systems safely and efficiently
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC systems
• Install, calibrate, and maintain field instrumentation such as: Temperature sensors, Pressure transmitters, Flow meters, Level sensors
• Support continuous casting machines, rolling mills, coilers, and cooling systems
• Work closely with operations to minimize downtime and improve throughput
• Assist during planned outages, shutdowns, and start-ups
• Follow all plant safety policies, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Maintain compliance with electrical codes and standards
• Participate in safety audits and hazard assessments
• Identify opportunities to improve system reliability and efficiency
• Recommend upgrades or modifications to control systems
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees