Industrial Electrician

Vulcan Materials Company•Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

The Industrial Electrician installs, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains electrical systems and automation components at quarrying, crushing, screening, washing, and material handling facilities. The role helps ensure electrical equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently in heavy-industrial environments and complies with electrical codes and mine safety standards. The position includes assisting skilled electricians, participating in the installation and maintenance of wiring systems and electrical or electronic equipment, and learning trade practices, safety procedures, and equipment operation. The electrician works with plant operations and performs routine installations and repairs involving fuses, motors, sensors, terminations, and electrical construction. The role also involves testing electrical equipment, personal protective equipment, hand tools, and motorized vehicles.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3–5+ years of experience as an industrial electrician, preferably in aggregate production, mining, quarrying, or heavy manufacturing plants.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Some computer skills, including use of cell phones and other electronic devices.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to learn simple algebraic calculations, including pipe bending calculations.
Ability to plan and work effectively.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions in English.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand and walk for long periods.
Ability to distinguish and designate terminations and voltage in color-coded electrical systems.
Ability to lift arms above shoulder level.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor requiring mechanical dexterity under varying weather conditions.
Ability to work in a stressful, deadline-oriented environment involving complex technical information and decision-making.
Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.

Nice To Haves

Continuing education in related coursework is desirable.
Journeyman Electrician License, Industrial Electrical Certification, or equivalent formal technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

Supply materials, equipment, and tools to a skilled electrician at job sites.
Participate in stringing overhead and underground lines and cables, and installing conduit and wire.
Participate as a trainee in installing, maintaining, and repairing wiring systems and other electrical or electronic equipment.
Learn electrical trade practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment, as well as occupational hazards.
Learn to read and draw simple electrical sketches and gradually perform assigned tasks with less supervision.
Learn to operate power-driven machinery such as roto-hammers, band saws, drill presses, and grinders; use common hand tools.
Perform routine installations and repairs of fuses, motors, sensors, terminations, and electrical construction and installation work.
Learn and follow electrical arc-flash protection, electrical lockout/tagout, and general safety procedures for troubleshooting.
Label disconnect switches and devices.
Work cooperatively with others to support plant operations.
Test electrical equipment, electrical personal protective equipment, electricians’ hand tools, and motorized vehicles.
Drive a repair truck or fork truck daily.