Electrician

Patco; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Job summary

PATCO Products is hiring an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our Dolton, Illinois manufacturing team. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, installing, calibrating, and maintaining industrial electrical equipment and control systems to keep operations safe and reliable.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of maintenance experience, a Journeyman electrician license, and the ability to read electrical schematics. This is a first-shift union position with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of electrical maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering specs.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices and applicable codes.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and instrumentation issues.
• Install, inspect, test, and maintain wiring, motors, and control systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PLCs, PCMs, I/O cabinets, and conveyors.
• Document maintenance activities and repairs using CMMS.
• Stay current on electrical maintenance practices and safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Safety compliance

Independent work

Education

Journeyman electrician license

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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Dolton Administration Full Time Manufacturing Dolton, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1073

About PATCO Products

At PATCO Products, we’re behind many of the everyday products people know and use. As North America’s only dedicated emulsifier house, we partner with manufacturers across the food, personal care, pet nutrition, and polymer industries to create better-performing products and solve formulation challenges.

Backed by decades of expertise, we combine innovation, technical knowledge, and operational excellence to deliver the quality and reliability our customers count on. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we’re looking for talented individuals ready to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

The Opportunity

PATCO Products is looking for an experienced, hands-on Industrial Electrician to join our manufacturing team in Dolton, Illinois.

This position plays an important role in keeping our manufacturing operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, calibrating, and maintaining industrial electrical equipment, instrumentation, and control systems throughout the facility.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical maintenance, enjoys solving complex equipment issues, and takes pride in minimizing downtime while supporting a safe and productive work environment.

This is a union position offering $39.88 per hour, working first shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on operational and maintenance needs.

What You'll Do

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and instrumentation issues on industrial manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain reliable operations.

Install, inspect, test, repair, and maintain electrical wiring, motors, control systems, fixtures, and related equipment.

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on programmable logic controllers (PLCs), process control modules (PCMs), input/output (I/O) cabinets, conveyor systems, production machinery, and industrial instrumentation.

Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and engineering specifications to identify and resolve equipment issues.

Inspect electrical systems and components to identify potential hazards, defects, and necessary repairs while ensuring compliance with applicable electrical codes.

Plan and perform electrical installations and modifications in accordance with equipment specifications and applicable codes.

Calibrate electrical instruments and control systems to support equipment performance and production quality.

Partner with Maintenance and Production teams to identify recurring equipment issues, improve reliability, and reduce unplanned downtime.

Respond to electrical maintenance requests and provide technical troubleshooting support to plant operations.

Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and work orders using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Maintain tools, equipment, and supplies responsibly while supporting an organized and safe work environment.

Stay current on electrical maintenance practices, industrial technology, and safety requirements through ongoing training and development.

Follow all Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Health (QESH) policies and procedures.

Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) requirements, and all applicable safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory standards.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Journeyman-level electrician license or higher.

3–5+ years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Experience troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, and production equipment.

Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering specifications.

Knowledge of electrical safety practices, applicable codes, and safe troubleshooting procedures.

Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently, prioritize maintenance needs, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Ability to document maintenance activities and repairs using a CMMS.

Ability to work the assigned first-shift schedule, including overtime and weekends as operational needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting, including ladder logic.

Experience maintaining industrial automation, motor controls, instrumentation, and process control systems.

Previous experience in food, chemical, or process manufacturing environments.

Experience identifying equipment reliability improvements and supporting preventive maintenance initiatives.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on position in an industrial manufacturing environment involving operating machinery, electrical equipment, and production systems.

The role may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and using hand and power tools throughout the workday. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

All employees are expected to follow established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

PATCO Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PATCO Products provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.