Electrician

Silgan Containers; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Shift differential

Overtime opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free basic life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid sick leave

Annual tool allowance

Training and career development

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Sacramento, CA, is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to troubleshoot, repair, install, and optimize electrical systems across a high-speed manufacturing facility.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in industrial electrical maintenance, hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley controls, PLCs, and VFDs, and a strong commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade school certification or formal electrical training.
• Three+ years as an Electrician in manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley systems, PLC hardware/software, and VFDs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and modify industrial electrical systems and controls.
• Diagnose problems affecting machinery and production processes.
• Read schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams; document layouts and changes.
• Follow safety procedures and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Support production with electrical troubleshooting and reliability improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Industrial electrical maintenance

Allen-Bradley controls

PLCs

VFDs

Electrical diagnostics

Root cause analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school certification or formal electrical training

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

MCCs / 440V power distribution

Job description

Pay: $34.54 per Hour + $0.55 Shift Differential

Industrial Electrician – Manufacturing Maintenance

Are you an experienced Industrial Electrician who enjoys troubleshooting electrical systems, maintaining manufacturing equipment, and solving complex electrical problems? Do you have experience with Allen-Bradley controls, PLCs, VFDs, and industrial power systems?

Silgan Containers is hiring an Industrial Electrician in our manufacturing operations! This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Maintenance Electrician or Industrial Electrical Technician to put your expertise to work supporting production equipment, maintaining electrical systems, and helping keep a high-speed manufacturing facility running safely and efficiently.

Join a company that values your skills, invests in your development, and provides opportunities to build a long-term career in industrial electrical maintenance.

What We Offer You

At Silgan Containers, we believe in rewarding hard work and investing in our employees.

• Competitive Pay: $34.54 per hour.
• Shift Differential: Additional $0.55 per hour.
• Overtime Opportunities: Earn additional income with available overtime.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Teamsters medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Free Basic Life Insurance: Added financial protection for you and your family.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Employer matching to help build your financial future.
• Paid Sick Leave: Time to care for your health and well-being.
• Annual Tool Allowance: Support for the tools you need to succeed.
• Training and Career Development: On-the-job training, trade school classes, and tuition reimbursement as needed.
• Safety-First Culture: Our commitment to employee safety is reflected in our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative.

What You'll Do – Industrial Electrician

As an Industrial Electrician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, installing, and modifying electrical systems throughout a manufacturing facility. Your work will help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production machinery and plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and modify industrial electrical systems, equipment, and controls.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and operational problems affecting manufacturing machinery and production processes.
• Investigate equipment issues, identify root causes, and develop and implement corrective actions to restore reliable operation.
• Perform electrical maintenance, wiring, installation, and repairs on motors, switches, switch panels, fuse boxes, lighting systems, and power circuits.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot AC/DC electrical circuits and industrial power distribution systems.
• Work with Allen-Bradley control systems, PLC hardware and software, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and other industrial automation components.
• Troubleshoot and maintain 4–20 mA instrumentation and control circuits.
• Work with 440-volt motor control centers (MCCs) and related industrial electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, technical handbooks, specifications, and parts lists.
• Create, update, and maintain accurate electrical circuit layouts and documentation.
• Perform electrical inspections, maintenance, and repairs in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
• Support production and maintenance teams with electrical troubleshooting, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, including electrical safety practices and lockout/tagout (LOTO).

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a dependable, technically skilled electrician with strong electrical troubleshooting abilities and experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade school certification or formal electrical training.
• Three or more years of experience working as an Electrician in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and maintaining industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley systems, PLC hardware and software, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Knowledge of AC/DC circuits, 4–20 mA circuits, and 440-volt motor control centers (MCCs).
• Ability to read and understand electrical blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, specifications, and parts lists.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with maintenance and production teams.

Preferred Experience

Experience in the following areas is highly valued:

• Industrial Electrician or Maintenance Electrician.
• Manufacturing electrical maintenance.
• Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting and programming.
• Variable frequency drives (VFDs) and industrial motor controls.
• AC/DC electrical systems and industrial power distribution.
• Motor control centers (MCCs), electrical panels, and power circuits.
• Industrial automation, instrumentation, and 4–20 mA control circuits.
• Electrical wiring, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance.
• Electrical schematics, circuit layouts, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshooting high-speed production machinery and automated manufacturing equipment.

If you have experience as an Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Technician, or Manufacturing Electrician, we encourage you to apply.

About Silgan Containers

Silgan Containers is America's largest metal food packaging producer and a leader in innovative, sustainable manufacturing. We manufacture recyclable metal food packaging while investing in advanced production processes, employee development, and operational excellence.

Our sustainability efforts include reducing our carbon footprint, increasing the use of renewable energy, partnering with like-minded suppliers, and improving waste diversion from landfills.

Silgan Containers has established sustainability targets through 2030 to support environmental stewardship and more sustainable manufacturing operations.

Join Silgan Containers as an Industrial Electrician and build a rewarding career maintaining the electrical systems that power modern manufacturing.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at‑will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug‑free workplace.