Electrician / Maintenance Technician (Manufacturing)

Scot Forge Company; Spring Grove (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Profit sharing

Weekly pay

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Benefits package

Job summary

Scot Forge is seeking an Electrician / Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations in Illinois. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and industrial equipment across the facility, reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical docs, and contributing to reliability and continuous improvement.

You will work with voltages including 120V, 208V, 480V, and 4160V, with safety and codes compliance as top priorities.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of industrial electrical experience
• Experience reading schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams
• Experience with PLC-controlled systems
• Experience with electrical wiring and conduit installation

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems and equipment
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Install conduit, pull wire, and perform electrical construction and upgrades
• Troubleshoot motors, control systems, MCCs, VFDs, soft starts, and related equipment
• Test and diagnose electrical systems using industry-standard equipment
• Support equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards
• Promote a safe and efficient manufacturing environment

Skills

Industrial electrical experience

Electrician license

Read schematics & blueprints

PLC-controlled systems

Industrial voltages 120/208/480/4160V

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Power Critical Operations. Solve Complex Problems. Join a 100% Employee-Owned Company.

Electrician / Maintenance Technician

Scot Forge is seeking an Electrician / Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations.

This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and industrial equipment throughout our facility. If you enjoy hands-on electrical work, solving technical challenges, and supporting large-scale manufacturing operations, Scot Forge offers the opportunity to build a long-term career with an employee-owned company.

Shift Information

Day Shift: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Why Join Scot Forge?

• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Weekly pay
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits package

About Scot Forge

Scot Forge is a 130+ year-old, employee-owned manufacturer of custom open die and rolled ring forgings. Our products support critical industries including energy, transportation, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, aerospace, and national defense.

From components used in mining equipment and energy infrastructure to mission-critical aerospace and defense applications, Scot Forge produces forged solutions for some of the world's most demanding environments.

What You'll Do

As an Electrician / Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems and equipment
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Install conduit, pull wire, and perform electrical construction and upgrades
• Troubleshoot motors, control systems, MCCs, VFDs, soft starts, and related equipment
• Test and diagnose electrical systems using industry-standard testing equipment
• Support equipment reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards
• Promote a safe and efficient manufacturing environment

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Four or more years of industrial electrical experience or a valid Electrician license
• Experience with electrical wiring, conduit installation, schematics, blueprints, and PLC-controlled systems
• Experience working with industrial voltages including 120V, 208V, 480V, and 4,160V systems
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to 60 feet

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or heavy industrial environments
• Experience with Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and soft-start systems
• Hydraulic conduit bending experience
• Knowledge of electrical codes and industrial safety practices

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights
• Frequent work around industrial machinery, electrical systems, and manufacturing equipment
• Exposure to manufacturing environments requiring the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Hair follicle drug screen
• Background check
• Lift test up to 65 pounds

Compensation

The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HSA), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.