Industrial Electrician

Element Resources • Forest City, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Element Resources is hiring in Forest City, Missouri! The Industrial Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all electrical systems, manufacturing equipment, and power distribution components within the recycling plant. Given the nature of lead-acid battery recycling, the candidate must be highly skilled in working in corrosive environments, managing high-voltage equipment, and strict adherence to OSHA safety standards, specifically involving acid handling and lead exposure.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience as an industrial electrician, preferably in a heavy manufacturing, foundry, or chemical processing environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, blueprints, and 480V 3-phase systems.
• Experience troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) (e.g., Allen-Bradley/Siemens).
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, particularly regarding hazardous materials and lead safety.
• Ability to work in tight spaces, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs, often wearing full protective gear (respirators, acid-resistant suits).

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman Electrician License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance on heavy machinery, including conveyor systems, crushers, separators, furnaces, and pollution control equipment.
• Diagnose and repair complex electrical failures in 3-phase motors, motor control centers (MCCs), PLC systems, and robotic components.
• Inspect, clean, and replace electrical components (conduits, junction boxes, panels) degraded by sulfuric acid fumes and dust. Implement specialized sealing/protection for electrical installations.
• Enforce OSHA safety procedures, including Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), arc flash safety, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Install new electrical circuits, conduit, wiring, and machinery, ensuring adherence to National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• Calibrate sensors, timers, and PID controllers used in furnace monitoring and acid filtration systems.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance, repairs, and inspections using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus!
• Eligible to earn an attendance bonus in addition to your regular pay rate - paid weekly, 8.4% of wages- nearly $2.00 per hour more!
• Additional bonus opportunities available!
• Eligible for 3 floating holidays after 60-day probationary period - 6 additional holidays during the calendar year.
• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical coverage through Anthem Blue Cross BlueShield
• Dental coverage through Cigna
• Vision - free annual exams for enrolled employees
• Paid Time Off
• Insurance Plans - Life, AD&D, LTD, STD and other optional benefits may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed