Industrial Electrician

nVent; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent is seeking an Industrial Electrician for our Chattanooga facility to build and install switchgear and electrical components in custom metal equipment centers. You will interpret detailed electrical drawings to meet precise customer specifications and work across multiple shifts, with day and night schedules available.

Qualified candidates bring at least 5 years in electrical work, NEC knowledge, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of electrical experience or as an Electrical Helper.
• Experience installing and working with electrical systems, wiring and control equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, tape measures, grinders and saws.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and work on ladders for extended periods in production environments.
• Repetitive tasks with full range of motion in upper extremities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install switchgear and electrical components into custom-built metal equipment centers.
• Plan layouts and install wiring, electrical fixtures, and control equipment.
• Read, interpret and follow electrical drawings and designs to meet specs.
• Perform electrical repairs, troubleshooting and testing as required.
• Use hand and power tools to complete installations safely and efficiently.
• Follow NEC code requirements and electrical standards.
• Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment as needed.

Skills

Electrical experience

Reading schematics

NEC knowledge

Tool use

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measures

Grinders

Saws

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. As an Industrial Electrician at our Chattanooga Facility, you will build and install switchgear and electrical components in custom metal equipment centers while interpreting detailed electrical drawings to meet precise customer specifications. We are currently hiring Industrial Electricians on multiple shifts. Day: M-Th | 7 am - 530 pm. Night: M-Th | 5 pm - 330 am.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION

• Install switchgear and electrical components into custom‑built metal equipment centers.
• Plan layouts and install wiring, electrical fixtures, and control equipment such as switches, relays, and circuit breakers.
• Read, interpret, and follow electrical drawings and engineered designs to meet customer specifications.
• Perform electrical repairs, troubleshooting, and testing as required.
• Use hand tools and power tools to complete electrical installations safely and efficiently.
• Follow NEC code requirements and company electrical standards.
• Operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment as needed.

YOU HAVE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the electrical field or as an Electrical Helper.
• Experience installing and working with electrical systems, wiring, and control equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, tape measures, grinders, and saws.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, kneel, reach, and work on ladders for extended periods in physically demanding production environments.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for fine manipulation, tool use, and repetitive tasks, requiring a full range of motion in the upper extremities.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 50 lbs, including moving carts and production materials.
• Comfortable working in variable conditions, including high noise levels (85+ dba), dust, heat, cold, confined spaces, heights, and around moving machinery.
• Requires strong coordination, vision, communication skills, and sustained focus to safely operate equipment, follow instructions, and perform tasks simultaneously.

WE HAVE

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry‑leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money.

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well‑being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full‑time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short‑term and long‑term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.