Industrial Electrician

Contract-to-Hire | Full-Time | First Shift

Pay: $28–$38/hr
Contract: 9-month contract to hire (many convert earlier)
Shift Options: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm or 8:00am–4:30pm
Location: Indianapolis, IN (west side)

An established industrial operation is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to support electrical systems at a regulated processing facility. This role focuses on installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment supporting plant operations. The environment includes a mix of indoor and outdoor work and exposure to industrial systems and controls.

This is a hands-on role suited for electricians who enjoy problem-solving, working with industrial equipment, and supporting critical infrastructure.

• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety, and compliance with all applicable policies and procedures
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic equipment including motors, switches, timers, transformers, rectifiers, and sensors
• Install, modify, and maintain feeder and branch circuits, conduit, fittings, and junction boxes
• Ensure all electrical work meets safety standards and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and one-line drawings
• Perform routine inspections, testing, and calibrations as required
• Support emergency response procedures, including electrical shutdowns when needed
• Operate forklifts or similar equipment as required
• Work around industrial processes such as pumps, tanks, hydraulics, and press systems
• Use required PPE and follow regulations related to regulated materials and processes
• Be available for on-call coverage on a rotating basis
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations

• Industrial facility with both indoor and outdoor responsibilities
• Exposure to the elements; non-climate-controlled areas
• Safety-sensitive role requiring personal protective equipment
• Clean-shaven requirement to support the use of protective respiratory equipment

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Journeyman Electrician certification or associate degree in an electrical-related field (required)
• 3 years of experience as an electrician in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Experience working with PLC-controlled systems preferred
• Familiarity with regulated or process-driven environments a plus (manufacturing, utilities, wastewater, industrial processing, etc.)

• Strong working knowledge of electrical principles and NEC standards
• Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical systems efficiently
• Comfortable working in safety-critical environments
• Reliable attendance and ability to work scheduled and on-call shifts
• Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors as needed