Industrial Electrician

Chinchor Electric Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (100% employer-paid)

Vision

Life Insurance

401K + Match

Christmas Bonus

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Program

Paid apprenticeships

Job summary

Chinchor Electric, Inc. in Florida is seeking experienced Water & Wastewater Treatment Electricians to install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at treatment facilities. The role requires working out of town nights occasionally and a minimum of 3 years in the field.

Candidates should read blueprints, follow NEC and lockout/tagout standards, and be able to operate SCADA and control panels. We offer paid training, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years electrical experience, preferably in water/wastewater facilities.
• Proficient reading of blueprints, one-line diagrams and control schematics.
• Experience with SCADA systems, VFDs, motors and MCCs.
• Knowledge of NEC requirements and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and control systems with standard test equipment.
• Ability to work safely in active industrial water/wastewater environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems in water and wastewater facilities.
• Terminate conduit, wiring, feeders, and electrical equipment for treatment processes.
• Diagnose electrical and control system issues and restore operation.
• Inspect systems for hazards, defects, and code compliance.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, and other trades to support plant operations.
• Follow safety procedures and site-specific safety standards.

Skills

Electrical experience

Water treatment

Blueprints & schematics

SCADA systems

Lockout/Tagout

NEC knowledge

Safety awareness

CDL

Tools

Testing equipment

MCCs & VFDs

Job description

Overview

Chinchor Electric, Inc. is family owned and operated and has been in business for 40 years. We are celebrating being one of the Nation’s Top Workplaces after receiving the honor of being granted the Orlando Sentinel's Top Workplace award in both 2024 and 2025! We are a Commercial and Industrial Electrical contractor, performing Heavy Industrial Electrical, Highway Lighting, Traffic Signalization projects, and much more. We work with both corporate clients and government entities and maintain yearly contracts with Orange, Seminole, Osceola, and Volusia counties, as well as the Florida Department of Transportation. We are proud to share that we have opened a second location in St. Augustine, Florida to serve Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. We have opportunities for advancement in both career and education.

Chinchor Electric, Inc. is seeking highly motivated and hardworking Industrial Electricians. We are currently hiring in the Central Florida area, St. Augustine, Jacksonville, and Pinellas County. Join our team, apply today!

Educational Opportunities and Benefits

• Medical (100% Employer-Paid Plan Options)
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K + Match
• Christmas Bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid apprenticeship and training opportunities through the 4-year Florida Electrical Apprenticeship & Training (FEAT) and Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) apprenticeship programs.
• Paid certifications including:
  • CDL-A
  • Crane Certification (rigging, signaling, operating)
  • IMSA
  • Maintenance of Traffic
  • Traffic Signal Technician Levels I, II, and III

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay: $25+ Hourly, Based on Experience

Travel & night work may be required. MUST be able to work out of town and nights, on occasion.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not an entry- or apprentice-level position. Candidates must have relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems associated with water and wastewater treatment facilities, including pumps, motors, MCCs, control panels, instrumentation, SCADA systems, underground conduit, and duct bank systems.
• Install and terminate conduit, wiring, feeders, and electrical equipment for treatment processes, lift stations, and facility infrastructure.
• Diagnose electrical and control system issues using testing equipment and hand tools to safely restore system operation.
• Inspect electrical systems and equipment for hazards, defects, and code compliance.
• Perform testing of electrical systems, controls, instrumentation, and power distribution equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Coordinate with supervisors, operators, engineers, and other trades to support plant operations and project activities.
• Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and site-specific safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements – Water & Wastewater Treatment Electrician

• Minimum of 3 years of electrical experience preferred, with experience in water or wastewater treatment facilities strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including motors, pumps, MCCs, VFDs, control panels, instrumentation, and SCADA systems.
• Experience installing and maintaining conduit systems, underground conduit, duct banks, feeders, and power distribution equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, one-line diagrams, control schematics, and electrical specifications.
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical and control systems using standard testing equipment and hand tools.
• Knowledge of NEC requirements, electrical safety standards, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work safely in active industrial, water treatment, and wastewater treatment environments.
• Capable of lifting materials, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces when required.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Class A CDL *Preferred* (Must have had for at least 3 years).

Physical Demands

Must be able to perform multiple tasks and can handle the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to, digging using a shovel, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, pulling, pushing, climbing, and lifting at least 50lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chinchor Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, marital status, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, sexual stereotyping, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug Free Workplace

To help ensure a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for our employees and others, to protect Chinchor Electric, Inc. property, and to ensure efficient operations, Chinchor Electric, Inc. has adopted a policy of maintaining a workplace free of drugs and alcohol. This policy applies to all employees and other individuals who perform work for Chinchor Electric, Inc.