Electrician- Jackson, MS

Cherokee Brick; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Cherokee Brick is seeking an Electrician at our Jackson, MS plant to keep manufacturing equipment running safely and efficiently. You will troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, perform preventive maintenance, and assist with upgrades and automation projects.

The role requires reading schematics, 2–5 years of industrial experience, and a commitment to safety. Expect day shift with potential overtime based on operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two to five years of industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, VFDs, motor controls, and industrial automation preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Licensed Electrician preferred, but not required.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems, motors, PLCs, VFDs, sensors, control panels, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Install, wire, test, and commission new electrical equipment and machinery.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Diagnose equipment failures using electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, automation projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and participate in scheduled maintenance shutdowns.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable electrical codes.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training in industrial electrical systems

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

VFDs

Motor controls

Industrial automation

Job description

****This position is for the Jackson, MS plant *****

Join the Cherokee Brick Team

Cherokee Brick & Tile Company is seeking an experienced Electrician to help keep our manufacturing equipment operating safely and efficiently. If you enjoy troubleshooting industrial equipment, solving problems, and working in a team-oriented environment, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems, motors, PLCs, VFDs, sensors, control panels, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Install, wire, test, and commission new electrical equipment and machinery.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Diagnose equipment failures using electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, automation projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete maintenance work orders and documentation.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and participate in scheduled maintenance shutdowns.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable electrical codes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical or vocational training in industrial electrical systems preferred.
• Two (2) to five (5) years of industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, VFDs, motor controls, and industrial automation preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Licensed Electrician preferred, but not required.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Work Environment

This position works in an industrial manufacturing environment and requires the ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, climbing ladders, working at heights, working in confined spaces, lifting up to 50 pounds (heavier lifting with assistance), and working around heat, dust, noise, moving equipment, and electrical systems while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Schedule

Day Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins may be required based on operational needs.

Benefits

Cherokee Brick & Tile Company offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Stable, family-owned company with opportunities for long-term career growth

Why Cherokee Brick?

For more than 150 years, Cherokee Brick & Tile Company has been committed to producing high-quality products while investing in our employees. We value teamwork, safety, integrity, and continuous improvement, and we're proud to offer a workplace where employees can build long-term careers.

Additional Information

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature of the position and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may be modified as business needs change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cherokee Brick & Tile Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

***Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirement: Cherokee Brick & Tile Company & Affiliates is a drug-free workplace. The selected applicant for this position must successfully complete a post-offer drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment. Refusal to test or failure to comply with the testing process may result in withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.***