Hands-On Industrial Electrician - PLC & Drives Expert

WTL Wheatland Tube, LLC; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance

Dental – Company Paid

Vision – Company Paid

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Zekelman Industries in Ohio seeks an Electrician to support plant operations through electrical maintenance and troubleshooting. You will repair control systems, maintain equipment uptime, and contribute to safety and efficiency in a rotating shift environment.

The role requires hands-on work, reading schematics, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Onsite work, overtime, and compliance with OSHA and LOTO are expected.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or industrial electrical experience preferred.
• Proficient in troubleshooting PLCs, motors, drives, and relays.
• Able to read electrical schematics and follow technical diagrams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and computer literacy required.
• Available to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Able to pass hair follicle drug screening, physical, and background check.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical maintenance across all plant areas, including control systems, power systems, and speed control drives.
• Troubleshoots programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motors, drives, and relays.
• Bends and installs conduit and wiring for equipment installations and upgrades.
• Executes preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Adheres to OSHA and company safety policies and procedures, including LOTO and Arc Flash.
• Prepares documentation and reports in accordance with company standards.
• Supports crane repair and electrical servicing of plant operations equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.
• Maintains regular, full‑time onsite attendance in alignment with scheduling expectations.

Skills

Troubleshooting PLCs

Motors and drives

Reading electrical schematics

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Mechanical aptitude

Independent or team work

Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Job description

Zekelman Industries in Ohio seeks an Electrician to support plant operations through electrical maintenance and troubleshooting. You will repair control systems, maintain equipment uptime, and contribute to safety and efficiency in a rotating shift environment.

The role requires hands-on work, reading schematics, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Onsite work, overtime, and compliance with OSHA and LOTO are expected.