Industrial Electrician

METTLER Packaging LLC; Moorefield (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

METTLER Packaging LLC seeks an experienced industrial electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, including PLCs and high voltage components, in a manufacturing setting in West Virginia.

You will read blueprints and schematics, perform preventive maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with engineering teams to improve system reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with completion of an accredited electrician apprenticeship program.
• Proven experience as an industrial electrician with knowledge of high voltage systems and electrical controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and practices.
• Valid electrician license or certification as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical wiring, equipment, and control systems including PLCs and high voltage components.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and manuals to ensure accurate installations and troubleshooting.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance to identify issues before they impact operations.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and company policies for a safe environment.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to support continuous improvement of electrical systems.

Skills

Industrial electrical knowledge

Electrical wiring

High voltage expertise

Reading blueprints/schematics

Electrical safety standards

PLCs programming

Wire pulling techniques

Education

High school diploma + electrician apprenticeship

Job description

Activities and perspectives
Tackle, think along, take responsibility

• Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical wiring, equipment, and control systems including PLCs and high voltage components
• Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to ensure accurate electrical installations and troubleshooting
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance to identify and resolve electrical issues before they impact operations
• Ensure compliance with all electrical safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to support continuous improvement and efficientoperation of electrical systems
  

Requirements

What you should bring with you

• Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent with completion of an accredited electrician apprenticeship program
• Proven experience working as an industrial electrician with knowledge of high voltage systems and electrical controls
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and practices
• Valid electrician license or certification as required by state regulations
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) programming and troubleshooting
• Additional certifications in industrial electrical systems or related fields
• Familiarity with pulling wire techniques in complex industrial settings
• Experience working in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
• Advanced training in electrical safety and high voltage systems
• Skills:
• The required skills such as industrial electrical knowledge, electrical wiring, and high voltage expertise are applied daily to install and maintain complex electrical systems safely and efficiently. Proficiency in reading blueprints and electrical schematics enables precise execution of wiring and control system tasks. Electrical safety skills are critical to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Familiarity with PLCs allows the electrician to troubleshoot and optimize automated control systems integral to modern industrial operations. Preferred skills like advanced PLC programming and wire pulling techniques enhance the ability to handle specialized tasks and improve overall system reliability