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Industrial Electrician

Hasting, MI, onsite, $30 to $35 an hour

Field
Maintenance and facilities
Location
Hasting, MI
Work model
Onsite
Level
Mid
Pay
$30 to $35 an hour

What you would own

  • Install power distribution wiring, conduit, cable trays, and electrical services for new and relocated manufacturing equipment.
  • Connect power supply wiring, communication cables, control wiring, and field devices between machines and production equipment.
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical systems to minimise equipment downtime.
  • Diagnose, repair, and replace faulty electronic components including printed circuit boards and control modules.
  • Replace motor bearings, rebuild and rewire electric motors where required.
  • Assist with equipment commissioning, automation upgrades, electrical retrofits, and continuous improvement projects.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
  • Assist in troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems when required as part of a cross-functional maintenance team.
  • Work closely with Machine Repair Technicians, Toolmakers, Engineering, Automation, and Production teams to resolve equipment issues.
  • Ensure all electrical installations comply with company standards, applicable electrical codes, OSHA regulations, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
  • Verify all machine guards, safety circuits, emergency stops, and interlocks are operating correctly.
  • Accurately document repairs, preventative maintenance activities, inspections, and completed work orders within the CMMS.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
  • Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned.

What they are looking for

  • High School Diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and industrial electrical experience.
  • Federal/State or Union issued Journeyperson Electrician License or equivalent recognized electrical qualification preferable.
  • Previous experience as an Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Controls Electrician, Automation Electrician, or similar role within a manufacturing environment.
  • One to three years of industrial electrical maintenance experience is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, motor controls, and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Experience working with low- and high-voltage industrial electrical equipment.
  • Ability to diagnose and repair electrical control systems, motors, relays, sensors, switches, transformers, lighting systems, and industrial machinery.
  • Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation.
  • Familiarity with robotic equipment, automated production machinery, conveyors, and manufacturing equipment.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, electrical safety requirements, NFPA 70E principles, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and root-cause analysis skills.
  • Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional maintenance team.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications Experience commissioning new manufacturing equipment.
  • Experience supporting robotics and automated production systems.
  • Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo systems, and industrial networks.
  • Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.
  • Additional industrial automation or controls training.

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