Electrical Technician – Heavy Manufacturing (2nd/3rd Shift)

Insteel Industries; Hazle Township (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Insteel Industries is seeking an Electrical Technician to install, maintain, and repair complex electrical systems in a heavy manufacturing setting. You will read blueprints, diagnose issues with motor drives and distribution, and ensure safety practices are followed to keep equipment running at design specs.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing and strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, with a focus on safe, efficient operations and accurate

Qualifications

• Broad technical training (high school plus 1–2 years of apprenticeship or applied trades training)
• Minimum 2 years as an Electrical Technician in a manufacturing environment
• CMMS experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, and electrical systems in a heavy manufacturing environment
• Inspect equipment for proper operation and electrical integrity
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and symbols
• Diagnose and troubleshoot polarity, power distribution, AC/DC drives, relays, and motors
• Follow electrical safety guidelines including Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash procedures

Skills

Electrical systems

Electrical diagnostics

Reading blueprints

Lockout/Tagout

Multimeter

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Apprenticeship/trades training

2+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

PLC programs

DC drive motors

AC drive motors

Job description

Insteel Industries is seeking an Electrical Technician to install, maintain, and repair complex electrical systems in a heavy manufacturing setting. You will read blueprints, diagnose issues with motor drives and distribution, and ensure safety practices are followed to keep equipment running at design specs.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing and strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, with a focus on safe, efficient operations and accurate