Industrial Electrician

AstroTurf•Dalton, GA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment. This role ensures the safe and reliable operation of production equipment, minimizes downtime, and supports continuous improvement efforts through preventive and predictive maintenance activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Completion of an electrical apprenticeship, technical training program, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, and automation equipment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and industrial networking preferred.
Familiarity with NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA regulations.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing PLC-controlled equipment, VFDs, motor controls, and industrial automation systems.
Demonstrated ability to diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Electrical troubleshooting and repair
Industrial controls and automation
Motor control and VFD troubleshooting
Preventive and predictive maintenance
Root cause analysis
Technical documentation
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Strong communication skills
Commitment to workplace safety

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and industrial networking preferred.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, test, and repair industrial electrical equipment and systems.
Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and control system issues on production machinery.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Install and maintain motors, motor controls, VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), sensors, and automation equipment.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.
Diagnose and repair electrical faults using testing instruments such as multimeters and megohmmeters.
Calibrate and troubleshoot instrumentation and process control devices.
Support equipment upgrades, machine installations, and plant improvement projects.
Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies.
Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and follow all applicable safety regulations.
Document maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance records.
Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
Participate in emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance shutdowns as required.