Industrial Electrician

ATL-CHI Atlas Tube (Chicago), LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

Company-paid dental & vision

Company-paid 401(k) with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Zekelman Industries, Atlas Tube in Chicago, is seeking an Electrician to maintain and repair tube mill production equipment to maximize uptime and product quality. You will report to the Shift Manager and work in a fast-paced, safety‑driven environment.

The role requires strong electrical aptitude and a proactive problem‑solving mindset. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, reading schematics, and performing breakdown and preventive maintenance on production lines.

Qualifications

• Reads schematics, diagrams, and manuals to troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Experience using diagnostic tools and measuring devices in a heavy industrial setting.
• Must be able to perform basic math and read maintenance documentation.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and listening skills are essential for on‑the‑shop collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical systems on production equipment following safety procedures (LOTO).
• Ensure guards and safety devices are functioning before turnover to operations.
• Monitor equipment with manual and computerised maintenance systems.
• Read blueprints and schematics to diagnose faults and perform repairs.
• Carry out breakdown and preventive maintenance on production lines.

Skills

Reading schematics

Diagnostic tools

Basic math

Teamwork & communication

Education

Journeyman card / Associate’s Degree

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Measuring devices

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more. Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

As an Electrician at Zekelman Industries – Atlas Tube in Chicago, you will play a critical role in maintaining and repairing tube mill production equipment to ensure maximum uptime, product quality, and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Shift Manager. This role is ideal for someone with strong electrical aptitude, troubleshooting expertise, and a proactive mindset. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy solving problems, working hands-on in a fast-paced environment, and contributing to a safety-first culture.

Shift: Afternoon Pay: $34.92

What You’ll Do

• Maintains electrical systems on production equipment following all defined safety procedures, including LOTO compliance
• Ensures guards and safety devices are installed and functioning before equipment is turned over to operations
• Monitors and inspects equipment using both manual and computerized maintenance systems
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and manuals to perform effective troubleshooting and repairs
• Uses hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes, measuring devices, and testing equipment to perform electrical tasks
• Troubleshoots process and equipment problems, accurately identifying and resolving electrical faults
• Executes breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, and electrical changeovers on production lines
• Maintains clean, audit-ready work areas after completing electrical tasks
• Provides guidance to co-workers and communicates effectively with team members
• Reports unresolved safety, quality, or production issues to supervisor promptly
• Performs other duties as assigned

Who You Are

• Journeyman card, Associate’s Degree, or equivalent required (military service considered equivalent to 2-year degree)
• 2+ years of electrical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
• Experience in tube mill or steel manufacturing preferred
• Skilled in reading schematics, using diagnostic tools, and following maintenance documentation
• Capable of basic math and using measuring equipment accurately
• Strong communication, teamwork, and listening skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, climbing, and stooping
• Proficient in basic computer usage
• Maintains regular, full-time onsite attendance per posted schedule
• Leads and promotes safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and company policy
• Physical Abilities Must be able to lift, bend, climb, stoop, push, and pull; regularly required to stand and use hands or arms in a physically demanding environment.

What You’ll Get

• Healthcare Plan – Company Paid Dental – Company Paid Vision – Company Paid 401(k) with Company Match Life Insurance – Company Paid Advancement Opportunities Company-Paid Training Paid Vacation & Holidays Employee Loyalty Awards
• Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers. Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.