Electrician (Industrial)

Drake; Paulden (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake seeks an experienced professional for electrical and instrumentation maintenance support in Paulden, Arizona. The role emphasizes safety and efficiency in maintaining plant operations, performing installations, troubleshooting, and repairs of industrial electrical and instrumentation systems.

Key qualifications include a high school diploma, Journeyman Electrician certification, and specific experience in heavy industrial environments such as cement or mining operations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems in heavy industrial settings.
• Experience with VFDs, MCCs, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues affecting plant operations.
• Document maintenance activities in management systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems knowledge

Instrumentation calibration

Preventative maintenance

Industrial automation

Education

Journeyman Electrician certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fluke 789

Meggers

Job description

Role Summary

Provides specialized electrical and instrumentation maintenance support for cement plant and quarry operations. Responsible for the safe installation, troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation and process control equipment to support safe and reliable plant operations.

Purpose

Support safe and reliable plant operations by performing electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities across cement plant and quarry operations. The role contributes to operational efficiency and equipment reliability through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety in daily work activities, including completion of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and work area inspections prior to work execution.
• Perform preventative maintenance, installation, troubleshooting and repair of industrial electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot substations, power distribution systems, switchgear, motors, motor controls and process control systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair AC/DC drives, PLC systems, overhead cranes and industrial automation equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain field instrumentation including transmitters, transducers, pressure meters, temperature sensors and weigh scales.
• Perform electrical installations and renovations in compliance with NFPA 70, NEC Code and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support safe completion of routine and non-routine electrical repairs, construction activities and plant shutdown work.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety procedures, environmental standards and work instructions at all times.
• Utilize electrical testing and calibration equipment including Meggers, Fluke 789, Fluke 744, Fluke 754, Additel hand pumps and HART communicators.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and support emergency troubleshooting activities to minimize operational downtime.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs and inspections within maintenance management systems.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and reliability teams to improve equipment uptime, reliability and operational efficiency.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure work areas remain clean, organized and safe.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability and plant performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and instrumentation in heavy industrial environments.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control centers (MCCs), PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation systems.
• Understanding of electrical safety standards including NFPA 70E and NEC requirements.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices and industrial troubleshooting techniques.
• Familiarity with industrial instrumentation calibration and process control systems.
• Experience in cement, mining, aggregates or heavy manufacturing environments preferred.

Problem Solving

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation issues impacting plant operations.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Prioritize maintenance activities based on operational urgency, safety and production impact.
• Adapt troubleshooting approaches in fast-paced industrial environments with changing operational priorities.

Interactions and Influence

• Regular interaction with operations, maintenance, reliability and plant leadership teams.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors during maintenance and shutdown activities.
• Support plant operations through proactive communication regarding equipment status and maintenance activities.

Impact

• Direct: by ensuring electrical and instrumentation systems operate safely and reliably to support continuous plant operations.
• Indirect: by improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime and supporting operational efficiency and safety performance.

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman Electrician certification or equivalent industrial electrical experience preferred.
• Three to seven years of industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience supporting cement plant, mining, aggregates or heavy industrial operations strongly preferred.
• Technical training in electrical systems, instrumentation or industrial automation considered a plus.

Success Profile

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work safely in fast-paced industrial environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ownership of equipment reliability.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Role model of UNA Culture values.