Title: Industrial Maintenance Electrician
Location: Bartlett, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Shift : 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Required weekend coverage: One day per week, based on production needs)
Compensation: $35.00 - $42.00/hour
Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: $200 monthly safety bonus (based on overall plant performance; consistently achieved throughout the year)
Benefits: Benefits Packet

Must have Skill Set: 

• PLC programming experience highly preferred
• Strong troubleshooting capability with willingness to grow into programming responsibilities
• Experience acting as a lead electrician on installations or capital projects
• Familiarity with working in new plant start-up environments

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join a high-performing Maintenance team at a primary manufacturing facility, with support responsibilities for a newly constructed plant upon opening. This role will serve as a key technical lead for electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment installation initiatives in a highly regulated environment.

Job Duties: 

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems including wiring, circuitry, motors, control panels, and automation equipment
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues involving PLCs, VFDs, sensors, and industrial control systems
• Support and lead new machine installations, equipment upgrades, and commissioning activities within both existing and new plant operations
• Serve as a technical resource for electrical systems in a highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
• Ensure all work complies with NEC standards and internal safety protocols
• Perform preventative maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, production, and leadership teams to support operational goals
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of repairs, installations, and maintenance activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in equipment optimization projects
• Utilize proper testing tools and voltage detection equipment to ensure safe work practices
• Participate in ongoing training and development related to evolving technologies and systems

Qualifications: 

• 4–5+ years of experience as an Industrial Electrician in Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
• Strong experience with 480V 3-phase systems and industrial motor controls
• Proven experience with new equipment installation, commissioning, and machinery upgrades
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLCs (Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley required)
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
• Solid understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC) standards
• Strong troubleshooting skills with industrial automation and control systems
• Stable work history (no frequent job changes preferred)
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and reliability

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.