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Job Title: Industrial Electrician – Maintenance & Operations
Location: Petersburg, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: Up to $95,000/year (includes base pay, bonuses, premiums, and overtime)
Position Summary
We are actively hiring experienced Industrial Electricians to support a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for professionals with a background in heavy industrial environments who are comfortable working with electrical systems, automated equipment, and high-voltage applications.
Due to increased operational demand, we are looking to add multiple team members to support ongoing production and maintenance needs.
\n- Install, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems and controls
- Diagnose and resolve issues involving AC/DC motors, PLCs, and drive systems
- Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment operates within standard parameters
- Maintain and repair machinery including cranes, pumps, motors, and mobile equipment
- Work with high-voltage systems (up to 480V) and ensure safe operation
- Support automated systems including control panels and distribution systems
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Utilize diagnostic tools such as voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and related equipment
- Document maintenance activities and repair work performed
- Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams
- 3–5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
- Experience in heavy manufacturing or similar environment preferred
- Ability to pass an electrical aptitude or entrance exam
- Working knowledge of:
- AC/DC motor systems
- PLC troubleshooting and controls
- Electrical drives and control systems
- NFPA 70E standards and high-voltage systems
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical documents
- Familiarity with shop math, measurements, and precision tools
- High school diploma or GED preferred (not required)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (effective Day 1)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Bonus programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
- Team-oriented, safety-focused manufacturing setting
- Emphasis on continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Opportunity to work with advanced industrial systems and evolving technology