Job Summary Night Shift Industrial Electrician – Ridgeway, VA Job Type: Full-Time Shift: 2-2-3 (Night Shift) - Train on Day shift, then move to Nights. Pay: Day shift: Begins at $28.00; Night Shift: Earns an additional $4.00 shift premium Job Summary: NILIT is seeking experienced Electricians to join our team in Ridgeway, VA. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical troubleshooting skills, experience working in an industrial/manufacturing environment, and the ability to maintain, repair, and install electrical systems in a fast-paced production facility. Key Responsibilities: • Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on electrical systems, machinery, and equipment. • Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams. • Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, control systems, and industrial machinery. • Diagnoses and repairs issues related to motors, drives, PLCs, transformers, and control circuits. • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies. • Conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency. • Assist in the installation of new electrical components and equipment. • Work closely with maintenance and production teams to ensure smooth operations. • Document maintenance and repair activities accurately. Qualifications & Requirements: • Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Technical degree or certification preferred). • Experience: Preferred 3-5 years of experience as a General or Industrial Electrician. • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and components. • Proficiency in troubleshooting PLCs, VFDs, and industrial automation systems. • Ability to work with 480V and 3-phase electrical systems. • Familiarity with NEC (National Electrical Code) regulations. • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team. • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in various environmental conditions. • Excellent attention to detail and safety awareness. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in the textile or plastics industry is a plus. • Journeyman or Master Electrician License is a plus. • Must be able to pass an Electrical skills test during interview. Benefits: • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour Schedule: • 12 hour shift • Evening shift • Night shift • Rotating shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Howmet Aerospace , is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications. Summary: Howmet Structure Systems has an immediate opening for an Electrical Maintenance Technician located at our Martinsville facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician. Primary Function: To inspect, repair, replace, adjust, install, wire and maintain all electrical and electronic equipment in the plant or assigned area including power transmission lines transformers and related equipment. Make mechanical repairs as required in connection with electrical service. Tools and Equipment: Wiring diagrams, drawings, electrical and electronic tools, gauges, calibrative and testing equipment, hand tools, drill press, hand grinder, commutator and bench lathe, electrical drills, power hack saw, wire stripper, pipe threading machine, burning and welding equipment, soldering iron, pipe bender, bock and tackle, measuring tools, etc. Materials: A.C. and D.C motors and generators, transformers, rectifiers, electronic controls and regulator: various mill electrical equipment, power disruption and control circuits, electronic computing and controls systems, various types of instruments, data recording and processing equipment, control panels and circuits, electronic gauges and detectors, industrial T.V., public address systems, condensers, pumps, fans, poles, hardware, cable wire, conduit and fittings, lighting fixtures, repair and replacement parts, lubricants, etc. Working Procedures: • Receives verbal or written instruction covering the scheduling and emergency repair and installation and inspection work to be done. • Analyzes all types of circuits and wiring diagrams to modify, service, install or repair all types of electronic devices and systems, various mill electrical equipment, electronic computing and controls systems, power and distributing control equipment, measuring, recording, processing and control devices, indication devices, instruments and gauges. • Fabricates parts as required using machine and hand tools common to the trade. Burns, brazes, solders and performance simple layout, fabrication and welding in the servicing of electrical and electronic equipment, including related piping and mechanical component. • Makes either temporary or permanent repairs or adjustments to equipment such as main motor drives, generators, control panels, relays, controllers, switchboards, circuit breakers, lighting circuits, resistors, etc. • Install and repairs conduit, splicers, and insulates wires and cables, making splices on hot lines, isolates circuits for repairs. • Maintains integrating, indicating, or graphic electrical or mechanical instruments. • Makes mechanical repairs are required in connection with the servicing of electrical and electronic equipment including cranes. • Advises when faulty equipment should be shut down for repairs. • Tests, repairs and/or adjusts electronic scales to correct any variation from accuracy. • Test, repairs and adjust electrical meters, such as osillograph, tachometers, ampmeter, voltmeter, power factory meters, phase shifter, etc. • Cleans, paints, and lubricates equipment such as bearings, lights, reflectors, switch boxes, controls, pumps, compressors, fans, etc. • Installs, repair and maintains power transmission lines, transformer, high tension sub station equipment such as disconnects, switch gear, bushings, insulator slings, lighting arrestors, phase wire grounding equipment. • Erects poles and towers, installs cross arms, insulators, pole hardware, and lines, working from poles, ladders and scaffolds. • Assists other maintenance or operating personal in repair work as required. • Fills out reports of maintenance work performed, parts and materials used, inspections made, etc. • Operates cranes, machinery, mobile equipment, hydraulics lifts; erects and dismantles pepe scaffolds and performs necessary rigging duties in connection with the servicing of electrical and electronic equipment. • Maintains a safe, clean and orderly conditions of work area and equipment. The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be constructed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. • This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items. Must have completed a recognized, appropriate apprenticeship or have at least eight (8) years of relevant on-the-job industrial electrical experience, to include digital electronics, PLC’s, combustion, and instrument repair, or a two (2) year degree in Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent) with two (2) years of relevant on-the-job industrial electrical experience. High School diploma or GED Must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S. without need for sponsorship; Ability to work in a manufacturing atmosphere safely and follow safety practices and regulations; Must be willing and able to work any shift in a 24/7 operation and overtime including weekends and holidays; Ability to lift at least 50lbs as needed; Must have basic computer skills to create work orders, complete work orders, plan work, identify parts, and locate spare parts using a computerized maintenance management system after training; Must be able to legally operate company motor vehicles and mobile equipment; Must have strong math skills including reading fractions and decimals; Must have strong troubleshooting skills; Basic welding and flame cutting experience with a basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics. The position requires an individual to stand, climb, work at heights, stoop, move equipment; bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time. PPE includes FR9 clothing, safety glasses, hard hat, and steel toed boots with metatarsal protection, hearing protection and other safety equipment as required. Qualified candidates must be able to pass a background test, physical and drug screen. • This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items. • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Equal Opportunity Employer: Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
See More Details >>Position Overview: Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Industrial Electrician is responsible for daily electrical work, maintaining machinery and equipment in good repair to allow for effective mill flow and as follows: • Inspect, install, troubleshoot, repair and service (includes calibration and preventive/predictive maintenance) electrical equipment such as motors, generators, pumps, heavy duty machines, illumination systems, environmental regulating systems, communication systems and associated electrical and electronic controls; • Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials and principles of operation of electrical equipment • Run conduit and wire/rewire systems; • Provide PLC programming support (troubleshooting and upgrading); • Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to assemble equipment and follow work procedures & processes; • Ability to understand, maintain and troubleshoot AC/DC motors, generators and associated machine controls including programmable controllers, computers and electronics used in a lumber manufacturing environment; • Diagnose and repair issues with motors, controllers, PLCs; • Utilize knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvements and savings. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Qualifications: • Proven experience of 3 to 5 years working as an Electrician in an Industrial setting; • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment, hydraulic equipment, control circuits, motors, motor control circuits, and other electrical and electronic systems and equipment; • Ability to read electrical blueprints and schematics and apply CSA requirements; • Knowledge and experience with the installation, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of logic control systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, and adjustable frequency AC drives (preferably Allen Bradley – Control Logix and PLC 5); • Variable speed drive experience – preferably Control Techniques; • Strong problem solving skills; • Commitment to working safely and efficiently coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills; • Ability to work independently with little supervision; • Previous experience in a Saw Mill or heavy industry preferred; • Shift work is required; • Attention to safety and efficiency is a must; and • Organizational and planning skills as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. $25-$35 per hour, depending on experience. Pay range open if candidate comes from another mill, or has PLC experience.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Martinsville, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,032.67 in Martinsville, VA. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
