Electrical Maintenance Technician

Fisher & Ludlow Div Of Harris Steel Ltd.; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nucor Insulated Panel Group is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to support continuous manufacturing operations at our Prince George facility. The role focuses on installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of industrial electrical systems, controls, and automation equipment.

The technician will help minimize downtime, improve equipment reliability, and support automation and continuous improvement initiatives, requiring strong electrical troubleshooting skills

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or 3+ years industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting and reading schematics.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors and power distribution.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve reliability.
• Support PLC-based control systems and ladder logic diagnostics.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Document work and assist with startup, commissioning, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Read schematics

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year degree in Industrial Electrical Technology or related field

3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Outlook

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In alignment with Virginia pay transparency practices, the expected pay range for this position is $81,931–$110,286 per annual, based on qualifications and experience. This range is not inclusive of the full value of benefits or other total rewards offered by the company.

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Insulated Panel Group is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Maintenance Technician to support continuous manufacturing operations at our Prince George facility. This position is responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of industrial electrical systems, controls, and automation equipment supporting production lines and facility utilities.

The Electrical Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting automation and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong electrical troubleshooting skills, a safety‑first mindset, and the ability to work effectively with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Primary Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical systems, including:
  • Motors, motor starters, VFDs, and soft starters
  • 480V / 277V / 120V power distribution systems
  • Control panels, MCCs, and electrical enclosures
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and control systems to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot and support PLC‑based control systems, including I/O, sensors, HMI interfaces, and basic ladder logic diagnostics.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and one‑line drawings.
• Support troubleshooting of production equipment involving automation, sensors, encoders, safety circuits, and interlocks.
• Install, modify, and maintain electrical components in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC), OSHA regulations, and company standards.
• Assist with startup, commissioning, and continuous improvement of new or modified equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical maintenance, engineering, and operations to resolve complex equipment issues.
• Accurately document work performed, electrical changes, and PM activities.
• Support plant utilities and facility electrical systems as required.
• Perform other maintenance‑related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2‑year degree in Industrial Electrical Technology, Electrical Maintenance, or related field OR
• 3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely work with voltage up to 600V for industrial electrical systems.
• Basic computer skills (CMMS usage, Microsoft Outlook and other Apps).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Multi-craft work history preferred.
• Knowledge in hydraulic/pneumatic/mechanical design, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) troubleshooting.
• Experience in a continuous line manufacturing environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This is a physical active role which requires lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Range of motion will include squatting, bending, standing, walking and reaching. May be required to enter areas that are near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is considered moderate and may require the use of hearing protection.
  Must be willing to work weekends, rotating shifts, scheduled/unscheduled overtime, and on‑call support may be required.

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug‑free workplace