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Manufacturing Electrical Systems Technician (Instrumentation & Controls)

Gerdau Steel - USA
Wilton, IA Other
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026
Be the spark behind reliable production

Picture this: a critical line stops. You scan the drawings, trace the circuit, isolate the fault, and with precise calibration and a few keystrokes, the system comes back to life—safer and stronger than before. If that sounds like your kind of win, join us.

Compensation
  • $40.06/hour
  • $10,000 sign-on bonus (paid in 3 increments)
Your mission
  • Champion safety by completing all required regulatory training, following procedures, and keeping your work area clean and organized.
  • Use wiring diagrams, drawings, specifications, and instructions to perform scheduled and emergency work: installations, repairs, and inspections.
  • Install, troubleshoot, repair, adjust, calibrate, program, time, construct, modify, and service electrical/electronic assets across the site—communication systems; mill and production equipment; electronic computing and control systems; power distribution/control equipment; measuring, recording, processing, and control devices; and indicating devices/gauges.
  • Plan the work: determine materials and parts; choose logical diagnostic paths; respond effectively to trouble calls.
  • Create sketches and simple layouts to support part fabrication or system modifications.
  • Assemble and run conduit; inspect, adjust, repair, or replace wiring/components on electronic devices using test instruments and hand tools to restore safe, efficient, and reliable operation.
  • Install conduit, switches, controls, and fixtures; assist with connecting new or replacement electrical/electronic equipment.
  • Support high-voltage work, including switchgear, cables, insulators, and bushings.
  • Leverage required computer systems for planning, executing, and reporting on maintenance tasks.
  • Maintain or obtain certifications to safely operate fork trucks, overhead cranes, man-lifts (scissor lifts), and other maintenance mobile equipment.
  • Contribute to broader plant electrical maintenance, take on other assignments, and partner with repair crews as directed.
What sets you up for success
  • High School Diploma or GED and one of the following: graduation from the Wilton Maintenance Training Program; passing proficiency tests for the program’s coursework; or equivalent industrial maintenance experience performing similar technical duties.
  • Flexibility to work a rotating schedule that includes days, afternoons, nights, and weekends.
Benefits
  • Medical & Prescription
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k)
  • Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
  • Health Advocate Services
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

Salary : $40 - $10,000

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