Industrial Electrician

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving electrical and control systems throughout a high-volume industrial processing facility.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who can diagnose electrical problems efficiently, work safely around high-voltage equipment, and take ownership of equipment reliability.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an electrician who:

• Can troubleshoot instead of simply replacing parts.
• Takes ownership of equipment problems from diagnosis through repair.
• Understands the difference between a temporary fix and a permanent corrective action.
• Is comfortable working independently without constant supervision.
• Communicates clearly with operators, maintenance personnel, and management.
• Takes safety seriously and follows proper electrical safety and LOTO procedures.
• Is willing to learn new equipment and technologies.
• Looks for ways to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

Preferred Qualifications

• Troubleshoot and repair 480V three-phase electrical systems, motor circuits, control circuits, and distribution equipment.
• Diagnose and repair AC and DC motors, VFDs, motor starters, contactors, overloads, and control transformers.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, proximity switches, photoeyes, encoders, and other industrial instrumentation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and equipment documentation.
• Troubleshoot industrial control systems and communicate effectively with operations and maintenance personnel.
• Perform preventive and predictive electrical maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair conveyor systems, shredders, sorting equipment, pumps, fans, magnets, and other industrial machinery.
• Install and modify electrical components, conduit, wiring, control panels, disconnects, and motor circuits.
• Use electrical test equipment including multimeters, clamp meters, megohmmeters, and other diagnostic equipment.
• Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend permanent corrective actions.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous-improvement projects.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document repairs.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.
• Work effectively in a dusty, heavy-industrial environment with exposure to noise, vibration, heat, and moving equipment.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift and carry electrical components and tools.
• Work in confined spaces and elevated areas when required.
• Climb ladders and stairs.
• Work in environments with dust, heat, noise, vibration, and industrial machinery.
• Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, gloves, and arc-rated electrical PPE as required.

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers. 

• Journeyman Electrician license or industrial electrical certification.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and PowerFlex VFDs.
• Experience with Schneider, ABB, or other industrial drives.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC I/O, Ethernet/IP, control networks, and industrial instrumentation.
• Experience in recycling, automotive, manufacturing, material handling, shredding, or heavy industrial processing.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS systems.
• Welding/mechanical repair experience is a plus.