Industrial Electrician

Position Purpose

Position Expectations

Maintain Electrical & Automation Systems

Troubleshoot & Repair Equipment

Perform Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

Support Projects & Continuous Improvement

Support Team Success

Safety

Technical Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems and controls
• Understanding of PLCs, drives, motors, sensors, and automation components
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics

Tools & Technology

Math & Problem Solving

Required

Preferred

Qualifications

• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems and controls
• Understanding of PLCs, drives, motors, sensors, and automation components
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Tools & Technology
• Digital Multimeters (DMMs)
• Megohmmeters
• Calibrators and testing equipment
• Network cable testing tools
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Math & Problem Solving
• Electrical calculations
• Unit conversions
• Understanding of voltage, current, resistance, and power relationships
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Required
• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous electrical maintenance, industrial electrician, or related technical experience
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and control systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience
• Technical school, apprenticeship, military, or vocational training in electrical systems
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, robotics, automation, or industrial control systems
• Electrical certifications or related technical credentials
• Work Standards
• Solve Problems
• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Collaborate
• Work Shift
• 12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change only
• Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and installation activities on a variety of manufacturing equipment and systems, including:
• Motors and motor controls
• Electrical distribution systems
• MCCs, drives, inverters, converters, and reactors
• PLCs and industrial control systems
• Robotics and automation equipment
• Facility electrical systems
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, control, and process-related equipment issues affecting safety, quality, or production.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Perform testing and verification of repairs
• Document findings and recommend improvements
• Support and execute maintenance activities designed to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Complete preventive maintenance inspections and tasks
• Repair or replace components based on equipment condition
• Assist with maintenance planning and documentation updates
• Use CMMS systems to manage work orders and maintenance records
• Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and reliability initiatives.
• Typical work may include:
• Motor and drive replacement
• Control system upgrades
• PLC hardware installation
• Equipment modifications
• Process improvement projects
• Production and quality enhancement initiatives
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams
• Share knowledge and assist in developing less experienced team members
• Participate in training and skill development opportunities
• Support a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
• Required Knowledge & Skills
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Arc Flash Awareness
• PPE requirements
• Confined Space, Hot Work, and Fall Protection practices
• Safe use of lifting and material handling equipment