Electrician

Schott North America; Duryea (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Vacation

Holidays

Personal days

Enhanced 401k retirement savings

Short-term disability

Job summary

SCHOTT North America is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to diagnose, repair, and install electrical systems for glass-manufacturing equipment. You will read schematics, interpret technical drawings, and support upgrades to sustain peak production.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with a technical certificate and at least 5 years of industrial electrical experience, plus knowledge of DC/AC power distribution and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a technical certificate and/or equivalent electrical training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DC power systems, low-, medium-, and high-voltage AC power distribution, electrical controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical documents, safety procedures, operating instructions, and maintenance manuals.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office applications, business systems, and electronic maintenance documentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and controls on glass manufacturing and support equipment, including glass-working machines, mixers, grinders, burners, transport systems, and melting equipment.
• Install, route, bend, and terminate conduit and wiring per NEC and company standards.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and instructions to complete projects.
• Perform electrical testing and troubleshooting including voltage, current, resistance, and continuity checks.
• Support equipment upgrades, new machinery installations, and safe movement of electrical equipment and motors.
• Maintain maintenance records using paper and electronic tools including SAP; keep work areas production-ready.
• Collaborate with mechanics, contractors, and production teams to improve reliability and safety.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

DC power systems

AC power distribution

Computer skills

Safety certifications

Education

High school diploma or GED with technical certificate

Lockout/Tagout certification

Material handling equipment certification

Quality and safety certifications

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

CMMS / electronic maintenance tools

Job description

Your Contribution

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and controls on glass manufacturing and support equipment, including glass-working machines, mixers, grinders, burners, transport systems, and melting equipment.
• Install, route, bend, and terminate rigid and flexible conduit and wiring in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and company standards.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, and instructions to complete maintenance, repair, and installation projects.
• Perform electrical testing and troubleshooting activities, including voltage, current, resistance, and continuity checks to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Support equipment upgrades, new machinery installations, facility improvements, and the safe movement and rigging of electrical equipment and motors.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using paper-based systems, electronic tools, and SAP while ensuring work areas are returned to production-ready condition.
• Partner with mechanics, contractors, and production teams to improve equipment reliability, respond to emergency situations, and support a safe, efficient manufacturing environment.

Your Profile

• High school diploma or GED, plus a technical certificate and/or equivalent electrical training, with at least 5 years of related industrial electrical experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DC power systems, low-, medium-, and high-voltage AC power distribution, electrical controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical documents, safety procedures, operating instructions, and maintenance manuals.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office applications, business systems, and electronic maintenance documentation tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications and qualifications, including material handling equipment operation, Lockout/Tagout qualification, and company quality and safety certifications.

Your Benefits

At SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your needs to include medical, dental, vision, 401K, vacation, holidays, personal days, enhanced 401k retirement savings, short-term disability, etc.

This position is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement. Starting rate is $35.57and includes 6 month progression increases up to 18 months.

Your Benefits

At SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your needs to include medical, dental, vision, 401K, vacation, holidays, personal days, enhanced 401k retirement savings, short-term disability, etc.

This position is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement. Starting rate is $35.57and includes 6 month progression increases up to 18 months.

Your Profile

• High school diploma or GED, plus a technical certificate and/or equivalent electrical training, with at least 5 years of related industrial electrical experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DC power systems, low-, medium-, and high-voltage AC power distribution, electrical controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical documents, safety procedures, operating instructions, and maintenance manuals.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office applications, business systems, and electronic maintenance documentation tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications and qualifications, including material handling equipment operation, Lockout/Tagout qualification, and company quality and safety certifications.