Electrician-3rd Shift

The Electrician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and control systems within a chemical manufacturing environment. This role places a strong emphasis on PLC-controlled equipment, HMI systems, and 480V power distribution. The electrician will support continuous operations during third shift, ensuring equipment reliability, safety compliance, and minimal downtime.

Electrical Systems (480V and Below)

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair 480V, 277V, 240V, and 120V electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair motors, motor starters, VFDs, MCCs, transformers, breakers, and control panels.
• Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and verify zeroenergy states.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, singleline diagrams, and panel layouts.

• Troubleshoot PLCcontrolled equipment (inputs/outputs, power supplies, communications).
• Identify faults in control logic and work with engineering or controls personnel to resolve issues.
• Familiarity with platforms such as AllenBradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC 500) or Siemens preferred.

• Support chemical processing equipment including pumps, mixers, conveyors, reactors, and packaging systems.
• Respond to electrical breakdowns and emergency calls during third shift.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and sitespecific safety standards.
• Work safely in classified or hazardous areas (as applicable).
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and shift reports.

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on electrical and control systems.
• Identify potential failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent certification
• 5+ years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing environment (chemical or process industry preferred).
• High school diploma or GED; technical or trade school preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and control schematics.
• Proficient with electrical testing equipment (multimeter, megger, clamp meter).
• Willingness to work third shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

• Experience in chemical manufacturing or hazardous environments.
• Knowledge of VFD programming and troubleshooting.
• Experience with industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, Profibus).
• NFPA 70E or arc flash training.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Assist with HMI screen navigation, alarm recognition, and basic configuration changes
• Diagnose communication issues between HMI, PLCs, and field devices.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in industrial environments with exposure to heat, noise, and chemicals.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and access confined spaces.
• Capable of lifting to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including arc flash gear and respirators if necessary.

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently during overnight shifts
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Effective communication with operators, supervisors, and engineering teams