Demo

Electrical Technician (shift)

Klöckner Pentaplast
Gordonsville, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
The Company

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Job Title: Electrical Technician (shift)

Summary: Applies electrical theory, related knowledge, and advanced troubleshooting skills to maintain and repair operational electrical/electronic machinery and electrical control equipment and circuitry by performing the following duties. Must be able to work a 12 hour rotating shift (4 on, 4 off; includes nights, weekends & holidays).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Diagnoses cause of electrical/electronic malfunction or failure of operational equipment and performs preventative and corrective maintenance.
  • Plans, directs, and records periodic electrical testing, and recommends or initiates modification or replacement of equipment which fails to meet acceptable operating standards.
  • Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains all of the plant electrical and electronic systems in all areas of the plant.
  • Performs a wide variety of electrical/electronic installations and maintenance on plant systems.
  • Works with precision test equipment to test and diagnose problems with electrical/electronic equipment and machinery in the plant.
  • Constantly watches over machines, tools, and areas assigned ensuring they are being maintained in top condition.
  • Repair and/or replace defective electrical and electronic controls, wiring, hardware, and apparatus.
  • Maintain and follow technical procedures as pertains to specific systems and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education And/or Experience

One year certificate from college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Skills And Abilities

  • Relay logic
  • AC/DC motor and drive theory
  • Transformer theory
  • PLC experience
  • Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts (days & nights), holidays, weekends

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Apply Now!

If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you! Please apply using the link below.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.

  • Please be aware of recruitment scams. Klöckner Pentaplast will never ask candidates to provide payments, bank details, national identification numbers, or any other sensitive personal information during the interview process. If you're unsure about the legitimacy of a communication claiming to be from kp, please contact us directly at career@kpfilms.com.

Salary.com Estimation for Electrical Technician (shift) in Gordonsville, VA
$55,355 to $72,741
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Electrical Technician (shift)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Electrical Technician (shift) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$55,020 - $72,816
Income Estimation: 
$58,869 - $76,887
Income Estimation: 
$67,090 - $86,754
Income Estimation: 
$53,549 - $70,380
Income Estimation: 
$58,869 - $76,887
Income Estimation: 
$67,090 - $86,754
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Klöckner Pentaplast

  • Klöckner Pentaplast Beaver, WV
  • The Company kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and i... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Klöckner Pentaplast Gordonsville, VA
  • The Company kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and i... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Klöckner Pentaplast Gordonsville, VA
  • The Company kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and i... more
  • 16 Days Ago

  • Klöckner Pentaplast Greenville, OH
  • The Company kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and i... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Electrical Technician (shift) jobs in the Gordonsville, VA area that may be a better fit.

  • External 05012023 Richmond, VA
  • Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully naviga... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • Buckeye Partners Richmond, VA
  • Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully naviga... more
  • 1 Day Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!