Industrial Electrician

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems including motors, drives, PLCs, control panels, and power distribution equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical and control system failures to minimize production downtime
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment
• Program, diagnose, and modify PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs
• Inspect equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes (NEC, OSHA, NFPA)
• Support equipment upgrades, retrofits, and new installations
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve reliability
• Document all maintenance activities, repairs, and system changes
• Respond to emergency breakdowns during production hours or on-call rotations

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school preferred
• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as an industrial/manufacturing electrician
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (480V/3-phase, motor controls, PLCs)
• Proven experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Familiarity with safety procedures and lockout/tagout practices
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and around machinery

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
• Experience with BAS systems (Trane Tracer, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, etc.)
• Experience with Fire Alarm Systems
• Knowledge of robotics, automation, or industrial networks
• Experience using CMMS for maintenance tracking
• OSHA or NFPA 70E training

About the Company

Maxcess is a global leader in high-performance motion control technologies. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we provide a manufacturing environment where qualified candidates are encouraged to build long-term careers.