Industrial Electrician

Specialty Granules LLC; Blue Ridge Summit (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits from day one

401(k) retirement plan with 7% company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Relocation assistance for qualifying candidates

Job summary

Specialty Granules LLC is looking for an experienced Electrical & Controls Technician II at their Blue Ridge Summit plant. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills and a thorough understanding of electrical systems. Responsibilities include maintaining electrical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and implementing improvement projects.

Qualified candidates should have at least four years of industrial experience with a high school diploma, while those with a technical certificate or advanced degree will be preferred.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in a continuous process atmosphere.
• Understanding of diagnosing and troubleshooting power using AC and DC voltages.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code and electrical safety.
• Experience with motors, panels, and communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair the plant’s electrical equipment.
• Maintain electrical safety standards.
• Respond quickly to process upsets.
• Comply with electrical installation regulations.
• Install new improvement projects as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Communication skills

Basic understanding of electrical theory

Installation and maintenance procedures

Education

High school diploma with technical certification preferred

Tools

Electrical tools and PPE

Allen-Bradley controllers

Job description

Company Introduction

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Summary

Specialty Granules LLC (SGI) is seeking an experienced Electrical & Controls Technician II at their Plant in Blue Ridge Summit, PA. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter who is technically curious and demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Reporting to the Electrician Supervisor, the Technician works within the Maintenance Department and partners closely with Operations to minimize plant downtime.

Job Duties

• Troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, installation, and demolition of the plant’s electrical equipment and machinery, including motors, panels, generating equipment, lighting circuits, and communication systems.
• Maintain the facility in an electrically safe condition.
• Respond to process upsets with a sense of urgency.
• Comply with regulatory governing bodies with regard to electrical installations, mining safety, and occupational health; and with company safe practices and established procedures.
• Perform other miscellaneous assignments as directed.
• Installation of new improvement projects throughout the plant.
• Work various shifts and weekends as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma with four or more years of demonstrated experience in a continuous process atmosphere. A technical certificate or advanced degree is preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of diagnosing and troubleshooting power and electrical controls using AC and DC voltages ranging from 6 V to 480 V.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and the National Electrical Code.
• Basic understanding of methods and procedures to use for installation, maintenance, and repair jobs on electrical and electronic equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of electrical experience in an industrial manufacturing environment and process monitoring.
• Prior experience with single- and three‑phase AC motor controls in an industrial environment, including MCCs, soft starters and VFDs.
• Working knowledge of Allen‑Bradley controllers, I/O modules and programming software.

Benefits

Competitive salary, full benefits from the first day of employment, paid holidays, vacation, 7% company match on a 401(k) retirement plan, relocation assistance for qualifying candidates, and all required tools and PPE.

EEO Statement

SGI is an equal‑opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.