Industrial Electrician

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to support manufacturing operations by installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment and facility systems. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, experience with industrial equipment, and working knowledge of PLCs. This role requires a hands-on technician who can independently diagnose equipment issues and perform electrical and mechanical repairs to minimize production downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain industrial electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Diagnose electrical problems involving AC/DC motors, generators, transformers, circuit breakers, control panels, starters, switches, power distribution systems, inverters, and motor drives.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, engineering drawings, and control diagrams.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and interpret PLC software; perform minor program modifications and troubleshooting fixes as needed.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical components, including gearboxes, bearings, pumps, conveyors, belts, chains, compressors, and other production equipment.
• Inspect and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including pumps, valves, lines, and related components.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency maintenance calls to restore production operations.
• Perform equipment inspections, calibrations, lubrication, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Use electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and megohmmeters.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and corrective actions.
• Follow all electrical safety procedures, company policies, and workplace safety requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on electrical troubleshooting, wiring, installation, and repair experience.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, drives, control panels, and power distribution.
• PLC troubleshooting experience and the ability to interpret PLC software; minor programming modifications are a plus.
• Basic mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Experience using electrical testing tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be comfortable performing physically demanding, hands-on maintenance work.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Experience maintaining production machinery and industrial automation systems.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and continuous equipment improvement.

Testing Requirements

• Candidates must pass a standardized Ramsey written Mechanical or Industrial Electrician assessment.
• A minimum score of 65% is required for entry-level qualification.
• Candidates seeking promotion to Technician A pay level must achieve a score of 90% or higher.
• Qualified candidates must also successfully complete a hands-on practical assessment covering electrical wiring, general electrical knowledge, troubleshooting, and PLC experience.

Work Schedule

• Four-on, four-off rotating schedule, alternating between day and night shifts.
• 12-hour shifts: Day shift begins approximately at 6:00 AM; night shift begins approximately at 6:00 PM.
• Average schedule of approximately 43 hours per week, with additional overtime opportunities, particularly on weekends and scheduled days off.

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.