Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Thatcher Company • Buckeye, AZ

2d • $31 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Thatcher Company is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician for its Buckeye, Arizona plant. The role supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a chemical manufacturing facility, with primary responsibility for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining industrial electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs, instrumentation, and automated manufacturing equipment. The electrician will use hands-on troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve complex electrical problems and minimize production downtime.

Although electrical maintenance is the primary focus, the position also assists with mechanical maintenance and general plant repairs as needed. The electrician works with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel, supports installations and improvement projects, maintains accurate records, and follows applicable safety requirements. The position requires adapting to production needs and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, including 480V three-phase equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor control centers, and industrial control panels.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical motors, motor starters, relays, contactors, sensors, and electrical control circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of industrial instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level measurement devices.
• Experience using electrical diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve equipment failures.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical problems independently and perform repairs with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of basic computer functions, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow detailed written and verbal instructions, and work successfully in a team environment.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, forklifts, and aerial lifts as required.
• Ability to work safely in varying environmental conditions, including hot, cold, dry, and humid environments.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC systems.
• Experience with industrial automation, process controls, and instrumentation calibration.
• Electrical trade school, technical certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent industrial electrical experience.
• Industrial electrician license or journeyman certification, where applicable.
• Mechanical maintenance experience involving pumps, compressors, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
• Previous experience in chemical or petrochemical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial electrical equipment and control systems in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance to maximize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical motors, motor starters, contactors, relays, circuit breakers, transformers, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including PLC inputs and outputs, sensors, communication faults, and control circuits.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HMIs, VFDs, and automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems operating at 24VDC, 120VAC, 240VAC, and 480VAC, as applicable to plant equipment.
• Install, repair, and maintain electrical wiring, conduit, control panels, switches, and industrial electrical components.
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical equipment manuals.
• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors, transmitters, and associated control devices.
• Perform electrical testing and diagnostics using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers, and other electrical testing equipment.
• Identify electrical failures, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment problems.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, automation improvements, and electrical projects assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Work with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel to troubleshoot equipment failures and restore production safely and efficiently.
• Assist with maintenance of pumps, compressors, mixers, conveyors, and other mechanical equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment conditions.
• Follow electrical safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, arc flash protection requirements, OSHA standards, and applicable NFPA 70E practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Prioritize assignments, respond to urgent equipment issues, and adapt to changing production needs.
• Complete additional maintenance projects and assignments as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Benefits

• Profit-sharing retirement plan, fully funded by the company, with up to 25% of salary annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Growth-focused career path with a stable company.
• Supportive, values-driven culture.
• Work environment where contributions are recognized.

What This Job Offers

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