Electrician

The Union Bank; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hazenand Mercer County seeks a skilled electrician to repair electrical mining equipment and facilities on-site. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain high voltage systems, reading manuals and wiring diagrams to ensure safe operation on site.

Requirements include an associate degree or equivalent experience, knowledge of the National Electric Code and MSHA regulations, and ability to work with PLCs and VFDs. MSHA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in electrical and/or equivalent experience is required.
• MSHA Green Card certification or ability to obtain a certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and MSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of PLCs and Variable Frequency Drives.

Responsibilities

• Repair electrical mining equipment and facilities.
• Read and understand parts books and manuals and use basic electrical test instruments.
• Maintain and repair low, medium, and high voltage electric systems safely.
• Perform troubleshooting on AC and DC circuits.

Skills

Electrical theory

Reading schematics

Electrical safety

Communication

MSHA regulations

Education

Associate's degree in electrical

MSHA Green Card preferred

Tools

PLCs

Variable Frequency Drives

High voltage safety equipment

Electrical test instruments

Job description

Hazenand Mercer County provide ample opportunities for jobs and careers. Check out the Hazen Star and Beulah Beacon newspaper for job postings, local business websites, social media, Chamber of Commerce and word of mouth for potential job openings. We welcome you to ouur community!

Full Time Salary Range -51.08 Application Deadline :08/30/2026

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate.

You must meet the specified minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.

Job Description Job Summary

Repairs electrical mining equipment and facilities.

Essential Duties

• Perform electrical inspections on mine equipment and record repairs and findings into inspection books.
• Read and understand parts books and manuals and use basic electrical test instruments.
• Maintain and repair low, medium, and high voltage electric systems safely.
• Connect, disconnect, and switch high voltage power cable.
• Install/remove power cable from high voltage mining circuits.
• Perform troubleshooting on AC and DC circuits.
• Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures and state and federal environmental regulations.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to diagnose problems and test after repair.
• Operate light vehicles to travel throughout mine site.
• Maintain work area in a safe and clean manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and instructions, electrical prints, and schematics.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and MSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and theory.
• Knowledge of high voltage switchgear and be able to safely operate it.
• Knowledge of basic electrical test instruments.
• Knowledge of PLCs and Variable Frequency Drives.
• Communicate and work well with co-workers, supervision, and management.

Education and Training

• An associate’s degree in electrical and/or equivalent experience is required.
• MSHA Green Card certification or ability to obtain a certification is preferred.

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSITION

• Intermittent: None.
• Occasionally (0-1/3 of workday): Lift and/or carry 35 lbs. (tool bags, trail cable, various tools); push and/or pull 84 lbs. (trail cable); grip 65 lbs. (manipulating cable); pinch 15 lbs. (wires and small items); sitting (driving); climbing (ladders and entering/exiting vehicles); and elevated activities (lights and wiring).
• Frequently (1/3-2/3 of workday): Hand coordination; standing and walking; bending and reaching; low level activity (cable and electrical boxes).
• Continually (2/3-3/3 of workday): None.

NOTE: This position requires ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Employees must be able to safely operate company vehicles/equipment as required. Employees must be able to work while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety footwear, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection.