Industrial Electrician

NORLEE INVESTMENTS LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Norlee Group, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems in industrial environments. You will work with conduit, switchgear, transformers, motor controls, and power distribution while following NEC and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on experience, ability to read drawings, and the flexibility to work independently or as part of a project team; overtime and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in electrical work, including industrial environments.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics, and specs.
• Experience with three-phase power, motors, transformers, switchgear.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical safety practices.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime or alternate shifts.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems.
• Install conduit, wiring, panels, switchgear, transformers, and motor controls.
• Troubleshoot MCCs, VFDs, control circuits, and distribution systems.
• Read drawings, schematics, specs, and manuals; perform testing with meters.
• Ensure work complies with NEC, safety rules, and project specs.
• Coordinate with supervision, other trades, and customer representatives.
• Keep accurate documentation of work performed and materials used.
• Maintain a clean, safe job site and assist apprentices when needed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial electrical systems

Motor controls

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Driver's license

Overtime travel readiness

Education

Journeyman Electrician license

Electrical apprenticeship

OSHA 10 or 30

Tools

PLC systems

Testing equipment

Conduit installation tools

Lockout/tagout procedures

Job description

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Full Time hickory, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1159

Who we are:

Norlee Group, Inc., is a multi-trade building systems organization delivering integrated electrical, mechanical, and technology solutions across commercial, industrial, institutional, and specialty markets. As part of our continued growth under the One Norlee platform, we are seeking a Electrician within our Specialty Projects Division.

Position Summary

The Industrial Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in industrial and commercial environments. This role requires hands-on industrial electrical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to perform work safely and efficiently while meeting project schedules, quality standards, and applicable electrical codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, equipment, and components.
• Install and terminate conduit, wiring, cable tray, panels, switchgear, transformers, motor controls, and other electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot motors, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, control circuits, and industrial power-distribution systems.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and equipment manuals.
• Perform electrical testing using meters and other diagnostic equipment.
• Identify electrical issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Complete installations and repairs in accordance with the National Electrical Code, project specifications, and applicable safety requirements.
• Coordinate work with supervisors, project managers, other trades, and customer representatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work, materials used, and identified issues.
• Inspect tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure safe working conditions.
• Follow all company, customer, OSHA, lockout/tagout, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Assist with material planning and communicate potential schedule, equipment, or manpower concerns to supervision.
• Provide guidance and support to apprentices or less-experienced electricians when assigned.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support project and operational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of electrical experience, including direct experience in an industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience with industrial electrical installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and standard electrical safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience working with three-phase power, motors, motor controls, transformers, switchgear, and industrial distribution systems.
• Ability to bend and install conduit and safely use electrical testing equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass all required pre-employment and customer-mandated screenings.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, alternate shifts, or travel to project locations when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent state or local certification.
• Completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with PLCs, instrumentation, automation systems, variable frequency drives, and control wiring.
• Experience in manufacturing, processing, utility, water/wastewater, distribution, or other industrial facilities.
• Experience working in active facilities where production continuity and customer coordination are critical.

Knowledge and Skills

• Industrial electrical systems and equipment
• Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Motor controls and control circuits
• Electrical drawings and schematics
• Conduit installation and wire-pulling methods
• Lockout/tagout and energized-work requirements
• Safe use of hand tools, power tools, lifts, ladders, and testing equipment
• Planning, organization, and attention to detail
• Professional communication and teamwork

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work in confined or elevated areas for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders and use aerial lifts.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to perform physical work safely around energized equipment, machinery, noise, dust, and other conditions common to industrial environments.

This position may work in active industrial facilities, construction sites, manufacturing plants, warehouses, utility facilities, and other commercial or industrial environments. Work may involve exposure to heights, confined spaces, moving equipment, electrical hazards, and varying environmental conditions. Compliance with all company and customer safety requirements is mandatory.

Norlee Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.