Electrician Journeyman

Job Description

IKO is a global leader in manufacturing roofing products with production facilities worldwide. We are currently seeking an Electrician Journeyman to join our team of skilled professionals based at our Bismarck, Missouri plant. This plant produces granules from raw material for our vertically integrated shingle manufacturing operation.

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underline this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values.

Job Summary

The Electrician Journeyman is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment throughout the granule manufacturing plant. This role ensures the safe and reliable operation of plant machinery, motors, control systems, instrumentation, and facility electrical systems while maintaining compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements. This role will report to the Electrical Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment, machinery, and control systems.

• Diagnose and correct electrical failures using testing and diagnostic equipment.

• Maintain and repair motors, motor control centers (MCCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), PLCs, sensors, and instrumentation.

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment.

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

• Install conduit, wiring, panels, switches, and related electrical components.

• Support plant production by responding to equipment breakdowns and minimizing downtime.

• Assist with equipment upgrades, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with MSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and company safety standards.

• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safety protocols.

• Utilizing Maximo computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and documentation.

• Collaborate with operators, production personnel, and maintenance team members to resolve equipment issues.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician certification or equivalent trade qualification.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.

• Experience with manufacturing, processing, or industrial plant operations preferred.

• Experience in implementing electrical safety.

• Experience with electrical lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, motors, controls, PLCs, and industrial automation. Knowledge of Allen Bradley AC Drives, ControlLogix PLC, Relay Logic skills is an asset

• Proficient in troubleshooting, diagnosing and testing PLC automated circuit, motors and motor control circuits

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.

• Knowledge of relevant electrical safety codes

• Knowledge of various instrumentation sensors and transmitters

• Must be able to learn computer-based maintenance software (Maximo knowledge is a plus)

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Ability to lead, guide, and mentor junior electricians

• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential

• Ability to manage time effectively while handling multiple jobs with varying priorities

• Must be able to work in a team setting with other tradesman

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Rotating shift, holidays, and overtime may be required.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in industrial environments including exposure to dust, noise, heat, and moving equipment.

• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces as required.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift

Safety and Compliance

The Electrician Journeyman is expected to comply with all safety policies, regulatory requirements, and company procedures to ensure safe and compliant operations at all times. The Electrician Journeyman must prioritize safety in all tasks. This is a safety sensitive position.

Benefits of Employment

• Competitive Pay – Compensation $44.00 per hour

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Health Spending Account

• Employee Support and Mental Wellness

• Short-term and Long-term Disability

• 401k Match

• Paid Vacation

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Engagement Events

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Perks & Discounts