Industrial Electrical Technician

Helion Group

  • Apple Grove, WV
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    The ideal candidate will have experience troubleshooting high-voltage electrical systems, PLCs, motors, drives, and industrial control systems. Technicians will play a critical role in supporting equipment commissioning, production startup, preventive maintenance, and electrical breakdown repairs.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationApple Grove, WV

    Description

    Overview

    We are seeking experience Industrial Electrician Technicians to join growing steel manufacturing plant in Apple Grove.

    The ideal candidate will have experience troubleshooting high-voltage electrical systems, PLCs, motors, drives, and industrial control systems. Technicians will play a critical role in supporting equipment commissioning, production startup, preventive maintenance, and electrical breakdown repairs.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical equipment in a heavy industrial steel manufacturing environment.

    • Work with high-voltage electrical systems, including 480V, 4,160V, 13.5kV, and potentially higher-voltage equipment.

    • Troubleshoot and modify PLC logic to identify equipment failures and restore production.

    • Work with Siemens S7 PLC systems and other industrial automation platforms.

    • Troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor starters, contactors, relays, sensors, and electrical control circuits.

    • Diagnose electrical failures involving three-phase motors, control panels, and power distribution equipment.

    • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.

    • Troubleshoot PLC inputs and outputs, communication faults, and automated production equipment.

    • Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to identify potential electrical failures before equipment breakdowns occur.

    • Assist with the installation, commissioning, and startup of new industrial machinery.

    • Follow all electrical safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and applicable high-voltage safety requirements.

    • Work alongside maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

    Required Qualifications

    • Previous industrial electrical maintenance experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.

    • Strong electrical troubleshooting experience involving three-phase motors, industrial controls, and high-voltage equipment.

    • Experience troubleshooting PLC systems, including the ability to navigate and modify PLC logic.

    • Experience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or other industrial PLC platforms.

    • Ability to troubleshoot VFDs, motor control circuits, sensors, and electrical distribution systems.

    • Ability to read electrical schematics and independently diagnose electrical failures.

    • Strong understanding of electrical safety, lockout/tagout, and safe troubleshooting practices.

    • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with maintenance and production personnel.

    • Willingness to work rotating 12-hour day and night shifts.

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