INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

Owen Industries•Carter Lake, IA

15d•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

PVS Metals is looking for a skilled Industrial Electrician with low-voltage expertise, medium-voltage experience, and hands-on PLC knowledge to keep their electrical systems and automated production equipment running safely and at peak performance. This is a technically demanding role for an electrician who is equally comfortable diagnosing a complex automation fault as they are maintaining a medium-voltage distribution system. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of industrial electrical experience, can read and navigate PLC ladder logic, and takes pride in doing the work right the first time.

Requirements

5+ years of industrial electrical experience in manufacturing, metals processing, or heavy industrial environments — steel fabrication experience is a strong plus
Comprehensive knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems including motor controls, MCCs, VFDs, and distribution equipment
Hands-on ability to read and interpret PLC ladder logic for troubleshooting — Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000/RSLogix) or Siemens TIA Portal experience preferred
Working knowledge of medium-voltage systems and the ability to work on them safely with appropriate PPE
Proficiency reading electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and equipment wiring diagrams
Strong troubleshooting skills — able to systematically isolate complex electrical and electromechanical faults under time pressure
Solid knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA electrical regulations, and LOTO requirements
Experience with VFD commissioning, troubleshooting, and parameter configuration
Completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program or equivalent trade school and hands-on experience

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Electrician license (Iowa or reciprocal state) — willingness to obtain encouraged
Experience making approved PLC program modifications
Experience with Allen-Bradley PowerFlex or Siemens VFDs

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair low-voltage (under 600V) electrical systems including motor controls, MCCs, VFDs, control panels, and distribution equipment
Perform PM and inspection of medium-voltage (601V–15kV) systems including switchgear, transformers, and distribution panels
Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production machinery, conveyors, cranes, hydraulic power units, and other plant equipment
Install and route conduit, cable tray, wire, and electrical components per NEC code and company standards
Test electrical systems using multimeters, megohmmeters, power quality analyzers, and oscilloscopes
Respond promptly to electrical emergencies and equipment breakdowns, prioritizing by production impact and safety risk
Read, interpret, and navigate PLC ladder logic (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent) to diagnose automation faults
Make approved PLC program modifications under engineering or management direction; document all changes
Troubleshoot and maintain HMI systems, sensors, encoders, servo drives, and other automation components
Support programming and commissioning of new automated equipment in coordination with OEM technicians and engineering staff
Maintain organized, up-to-date backups of PLC programs and electrical documentation
Perform all electrical work in strict compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70 (NEC), and NFPA 70E (arc flash safety)
Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures without exception
Coordinate planned medium-voltage outages with the Plant Manager to minimize production disruption
Participate in arc flash hazard analysis updates and facility-wide safety programs
Proactively identify and report electrical hazards, aging infrastructure, or code compliance concerns
Complete work orders, PM checklists, electrical inspection records, and maintenance logs accurately
Assist in maintaining one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and electrical drawings in current condition
Support facility electrical inspections and audits