Industrial Electrician

Gerdau

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Industrial Electrician – Build Your Future with Gerdau Earn $37.08 / hr + premium pay, 354 hours of annual overtime, and weekly bonuses — with the potential to make $100k plus your first year. If you’re the kind of electrician who loves solving problems, thrives in a fast‑paced industrial environment, and takes pride in keeping critical equipment running, this is the place to build a long-term career. At Gerdau, you won’t just maintain equipment — you’ll help power the manufacturing of steel that builds America. Our mills transform millions of tons of raw material into steel used in automotive, construction, heavy equipment, appliances, and more. Your work directly supports industries that keep the world moving. A diverse, innovative, people-first environment A team that values safety above everything A company investing heavily in technology, training, and continuous improvement Real career paths — not just jobs

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
Ability to pass a Ramsey electrical exam
Strong industrial electrical maintenance skills which includes PLC and drives experience
Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and blueprint reading
Comfortable working at heights
Ability to work 12‑hour rotating shifts (days, nights, and two weekends per month)

Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic systems
Diagnose issues with AC/DC motors, PLCs, drives, and high‑voltage systems (≤480V)
Perform routine rounds to identify abnormalities and ensure equipment is operating within spec
Maintain and repair cranes, mobile equipment, PLC networks, pumps, motors, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
Lay out, install, and maintain electronically controlled equipment including rolling mill loop controls, programmable sequences, and distribution centers
Balance loads, wire complex circuits, and interpret schematics/blueprints
Use diagnostic tools such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and multi‑meters
Document work performed and support maintenance/production teams with technical expertise