Industrial Electrician
About The Position
Lakeside Book Company is hiring an Industrial Electrician to maintain and repair production machinery, printing presses, automated packaging equipment, and building systems. The role diagnoses electrical faults using blueprints, schematics, and software diagnostics, and troubleshoots PLC systems, primarily Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, to help minimize equipment downtime. It also maintains, tests, and calibrates three-phase motors, AC/DC drives, sensors, and safety circuits. The electrician follows rigorous safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and NFPA 70E guidelines. The position requires the ability to work a three-shift rotation and/or 12-hour shifts. Lakeside highlights a structured manufacturing environment, technical training and certification opportunities, and additional hourly premiums for verified automation skills and designated off shifts.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
- Strong ability to read schematics, use multimeters, and diagnose industrial control panels.
- Ability to work a three-shift rotation and/or 12-hour shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Experience connecting to and troubleshooting PLCs using Studio 5000 or RSLogix; this can qualify candidates for higher wage tiers.
- A formal Journeyman card or an Associate Degree in Electrical Technology; equivalent multi-year industrial work history is accepted.
- Proven PLC troubleshooting, diagnostics, or automation-platform proficiency for an automation skill premium.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery, printing presses, automated packaging equipment, and building systems.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical faults using blueprints, schematics, and software diagnostics.
- Navigate and troubleshoot PLC systems, primarily Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, to minimize equipment downtime.
- Maintain, test, and calibrate three-phase motors, AC/DC drives, sensors, and safety circuits.
- Follow safety protocols, including LOTO and NFPA 70E guidelines.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plan options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Company-provided uniforms, safety gear allowances, and tool insurance.
- Company-funded technical training and certifications for high-demand platforms such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
