Maintenance Electrician

Imerys•Chesapeake, VA

3d•$35 - $36

About The Position

The Company Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA. The Position Maintenance Electrician Job Summary The Maintenance Electrician’s objectives are to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and controls equipment in order to accomplish the preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance tasks in the plant. Hourly pay rate: $35.25-36.07

Requirements

Journeyman Electrician License or two year of experience in Electrical maintenance
Minimum two years of industrial electrical and controls maintenance experience
Use a range of electrical test instruments including Megger, Multimeter, Tic Tracer, Clamp Amp meter, 4-20Ma Signal Generators, etc.
Experience with low/medium voltage distribution equipment
Working knowledge of industrial NEC Codes and relevant Electrical Safety Procedures
Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
Experience with utilizing a work order system within a CMMS
Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs, and ladders for extended periods of time, and lift up to 40 pounds in outdoor noisy environments

Nice To Haves

Mechanical skills preferred
Experience using mobile equipment (Forklift, Lull, Man lift, Scissor lift)

Responsibilities

Oversee maintenance, testing, and installation
Install, maintain and test LV/MV electrical equipment to include: AC/DC Motors and Motor Controls (Across the line, Soft Start, VFD); switchgear, transformers, load break switch distribution equipment; fuses, power circuit breakers, load centers, and breaker panels; and wiring, terminations, and grounding systems
Use a range of electrical test instruments including Megger, DLRO, Tic Tracer, DVOM, Clamp Amps, 4-20Ma Signal Generators, Sensor Calibrators, etc.
Oversee maintenance and testing of low/medium voltage
Perform equipment inspections, maintenance tasks, and assigned project work
Troubleshoot equipment, controls, and wiring to detect malfunctions, and discuss machine operations with production and maintenance personnel to diagnose problems
Dismantle defective equipment, repair, and install parts to bring the equipment back into service
Read electrical diagrams and manuals required to install and troubleshoot electrical and control equipment
Set up and operate shop and portable tools
Install, test, and maintain motors and gearboxes, as well as perform laser coupling alignments
Support the effort to maximize equipment availability to Production Department
Ensure electrical safety guidelines and procedures for electrical work is compliant with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E and Company Safety Regulations
Metal-clad switchgear, air/vacuum breakers, transformers, panels, and wiring
Electric motor maintenance and testing (windings, rotor, bearings, etc.)
Ensure the electrical work conforms to the standards and guidelines established in the ISO 9002 quality assurance manual
Other duties as assigned