What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Electrician position at Worthington Steel?
Industrial Electrician
(Swing/Rotating Shift)
Multi-Trade
Compensation: $30.00-$40.00 per hour, based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package starting Day 1 – Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with company match (we cover 87% of medical costs)
- 401k contributions – 3% company contribution, plus an additional 2% match
- Performance-based pay increases
- Overtime compensation – Time and a half, with double time after 48 hours per week
- Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses- Ranges from $6,000- $12,000 per year!
- $180 boot allowance
- $5,000 adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off – Vacation days, 11 paid holidays
- Free coffee & hot drinks
- On-site perks – Barbershop and fully equipped fitness center
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Industrial Electrician/PLC Technician to join our maintenance team. This role is vital to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and uptime of all equipment within the facility. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in electrical troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems, and control systems, including PLCs and HMIs. A successful electrician in this role is a self-starter with a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair electrical systems, equipment, and components in a manufacturing environment.
Perform electrical preventive maintenance on equipment and systems as scheduled. - Installation of PLC, Drives, Electrical components, Conduit and wiring for Facility systems and equipment per electrical codes and company procedures.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, drives, and automated systems.
- Maintain documentation of work performed and enter accurate information into the maintenance software system.
- Assist with fabrication tasks involving electrical integration.
- Interpret and apply knowledge of ladder logic, schematics, and electrical drawings.
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and company procedures.
- Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.
Desired Experience and Skills
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems.
- Strong Experience with PLCs, especially Allen Bradley platforms.
- Understanding of motor control systems, drives, and sensors.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and schematic diagrams.
- Familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic mechanical systems is a plus.
- Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred.
- Strong attention to safety, detail, and quality.
- Ability to use electrical testing tools and diagnostic instruments.
- Competency in using maintenance software and entering work order data.
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in industrial electrical work, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout, PPE, confined space procedures, and other safety practices.
- CPR and first aid training may be required.
- Must pass a hands-on electrical and PLC programming assessment.
Salary : $6,000 - $12,000