Plant Electrician
About The Position
The Plant Electrician will be responsible to support the operation, maintenance, and continued buildout of our industrial facility. This position will work closely with maintenance, operations, equipment vendors, and plant management to troubleshoot electrical and controls issues, support equipment installation and commissioning, and help keep production equipment running safely and reliably. Because we are currently building and commissioning a new plant, candidates with experience in industrial controls, PLCs, VFDs, and automated equipment are especially desirable. This is a shift position, with 8-hour or 10-hour shift options, out of our Monessen, PA facility.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in industrial or manufacturing electrical experience, with a strong electrical troubleshooting ability.
- Experience with 480V three-phase systems.
- Experience with motors, VFDs, starters, sensors, relays, and industrial controls.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control circuits
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to enforce quality and safety standards consistently.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, repair manuals and technical literature.
Nice To Haves
- technical or trade training preferred
- Basic computer proficiency preferred
- Valid driver’s license preferred
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems on plant machinery and equipment
- Diagnose issues involving motors, motor starters, contactors, relays, sensors, switches, and control circuits
- Troubleshoot and maintain 480V three-phase industrial electrical systems
- Work with VFDs, motor controls, electrical control panels, and automated equipment
- Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, I/O, sensors, interlocks, and basic control logic
- Assist with startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of new production equipment
- Work with OEMs, integrators, and outside contractors during equipment installation and plant expansion
- Perform electrical installation work for new machinery and plant improvements
- Run conduit, pull wire, terminate circuits, and install electrical components as needed
- Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on electrical equipment
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and work with maintenance and operations to return equipment to service
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, control diagrams, and equipment manuals
- Help identify recurring electrical or controls problems and recommend permanent repairs or improvements
- Follow plant electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and applicable electrical codes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
