3rd shift Yarn Electrician - (Commercial)

Tarkett; Dalton (GA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Tarkett is seeking an Electrician to support the Tufting Department with equipment troubleshooting, installation of electrical components, and process improvements through automation. You will collaborate across maintenance, production, and engineering to optimize electrical systems and ensure reliable operation in a manufacturing environment.

The role requires hands-on installation, advanced troubleshooting, and proactive improvement of electrical processes.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED with 5–7 years related electrical experience.
• Lock-out/tag-out training and compliance.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagrams.

Responsabilidades

• Repair electrical problems in industrial carpet manufacturing.
• Install electrical conduit, wiring, and design circuits; estimate costs.
• Troubleshoot motors, VFDs, sensors, and controllers.
• Collaborate with maintenance, controls engineer, and project team.
• Assist in debugging machine controllers and electrical components.

Conocimientos

Electrical troubleshooting

Motors & VFDs

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Physical stamina

Educación

GED/High school diploma

Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (plus)

Descripción del empleo

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Electrician will work in conjunction with the maintenance, production, and engineering departments. The primary job responsibility is to provide electrical support to the Tufting Department regarding equipment troubleshooting, electrical device installation, new equipment installation, and developing and implementing equipment process improvements through the use of technology and automation.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Repair electrical problems for industrial carpet manufacturing process
• Installation of electrical conduit and wiring, along with designing electrical circuits and estimating costs.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting of equipment and/or processes through the effective use of electrical theory, meters, equipment manuals and schematics, and any other resource(s) available.
• Troubleshoot motors, controllers, and advanced motor controls, such as VFD’s, technical sensors, lasers, and situation monitors.
• Assist the maintenance staff in operational debugging of machine controllers, motors, motor controls, sensors, and all other related components in a timely and efficient manner utilizing Tarkett standard techniques and approach.
• Communicate with the project “team” to ensure a constant level of project awareness.
• Collaborate with the controls engineer and/or controls technician, who is responsible for ensuring all schematics and/or backup programs of PLC’s, HMI, camera systems, etc, are kept current and correct.
• Other duties as directed by the supervisor.

NEEDED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 5 – 7 years related experience and/or technical training in Electrical Troubleshooting, Basic Electricity, motors, VFD’s, and motor controls; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is a plus, but not required. May be required for advancement to Controls Technician.
• Must be trained in and accountable for lock-out / tag-out policies and procedures.
• Must be a self-starter and team player capable of multitasking and prioritizing projects.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to initiate and install suggestions for upgrading electrical components and improving manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, electrical schematics, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to calculate electrical ratios, in addition to figures and amounts such as proportions, ratios, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hand and eye coordination, use hand/air/electrical power tools, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and listen.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Life and disability insurance
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‑Conscious Design® approach.

www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.