3rd Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician

Randstad Deutschland; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA in Blythewood, SC is seeking an Industrial Electrician & Maintenance Technician to oversee installation, repair, and operation of plant electrical systems. You will diagnose automated machinery, maintain high-voltage distribution, and ensure safety and code compliance to keep production lines running smoothly.

The role requires 3 years of experience, a High School diploma, and preferred SC Master Electrician license.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of industrial electrical standards, local codes, electrical fundamentals, and arc flash safety protocols.
• Experience with automated machinery troubleshooting, mechanical systems, basic PLCs, and fabrication.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools, power tools, and digital work-order management systems.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred: South Carolina Master Electrician License.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Installation & Wiring: Plan and execute electrical circuit installations (120VAC, 230VAC, 480VAC) based on machine nameplate specs.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose issues on automated metalworking machinery and service main switchgear panels.
• Documentation & Mapping: Maintain single-line diagrams, trace circuits, and update panel indexes.
• Facility & Mechanical Support: Perform basic fabrication and mechanical repairs with power tools; assist with maintenance tasks.
• Digital Work Orders & 5S: Use CMMS to process work orders, source parts, and maintain 5S across areas.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

Arc flash safety

Automated machinery troubleshooting

Fabrication basics

CMMS work order management

Teamwork & communication

Education

High School Diploma

South Carolina Master Electrician License (preferred)

Tools

CMMS software

Power tools

Conduit bending

Breaker panels installation

Job description

About the Role Are you a skilled maintenance professional seeking an exciting hands-on opportunity in a high-performing manufacturing environment? We are looking for a reliable, detailed Industrial Electrician & Maintenance Technician to oversee the installation, repair, and operational integrity of our plant machinery and physical facility.

In this pivotal role, you will diagnose automated metalworking machinery, maintain high-voltage power distribution, and ensure all facility electrical systems operate safely, efficiently, and up to code. You will join a supportive maintenance team dedicated to minimizing downtime, maintaining high safety standards, and keeping our production lines running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Installation & Wiring: Plan and execute electrical circuit installations (120VAC, 230VAC, 480VAC) based on machine nameplate specifications. Bend and run conduit, mount breaker panels and junction boxes, and perform wire terminations.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Diagnose issues on automated metalworking machinery, maintain plant lighting systems, and service main switchgear panels.
• Documentation & Mapping: Maintain single-line electrical diagrams, accurately trace circuits, and update panel indexes.
• Facility & Mechanical Support: Perform basic fabrication and mechanical repairs using power tools (drills, saws). Assist with general plant maintenance tasks.
• Digital Work Orders & 5S: Use CMMS software to process work orders, source replacement parts, and maintain strict 5S organization across all areas.

Qualifications & Requirements

• knowledge of industrial electrical standards, local codes, electrical fundamentals, and arc flash safety protocols.
• Demonstrated experience with automated machinery troubleshooting, mechanical systems, basic PLCs, and fabrication.
• Proficiency with standard hand tools, power tools, and digital work-order management systems.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred: Current South Carolina Master Electrician License.

salary: $66,560 - $76,960 per year

shift: First

work hours: 5 PM - 5 AM

education: High School

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot automated metal working machinery
• Basic knowledge of electrical fundamentals.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical standards and local codes.
• Basic knowledge of arc flash standards.
• Installation of electrical circuits for 120vac, 230vac and 480vac.
• Ability to plan installations based on requirements listed on machine name plates.
• Ability to bend and install electrical conduit and wire, install breaker panels and junction boxes, and terminate all wiring.
• Maintain and troubleshoot main switch gear panels.
• Install/maintain all plant lighting.
• Maintain 1 line drawing for main electrical system and trace and mark individual circuits in panels.
• Ability to use basic hand tools including saws, drills and other common tools.
• Assist other areas of facility maintenance when necessary.
• Work within a team environment to achieve the current goal for facility maintenance.
• Ability to use computer systems to use work order system and find repair parts.
• Maintain 5s in all maintenance and facility areas.

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 12 hours at one time
• working up to 10 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• Electronic Maintenance
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Electrical
• PLC Experience
• Fabrication Experience

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience

• Experienced
• 3 years

Education

• High School