Industrial Electrician

EMR Group; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

HSA/FSA with employer contribution

Job summary

EMR Group in New Orleans, LA is seeking an Industrial Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems for a high‑volume metal recycling facility. You will work on shredders, conveyors, balers, and sorting systems to keep operations safe, efficient, and compliant.

The role requires a strong understanding of 480V systems, PLC trouble‑shooting, and reading schematics, with 3–5 years in industrial settings and an electrician license preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of apprenticeship or technical training in electrical systems is required.
• Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master) is preferred depending on state.
• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial electrical experience (heavy industry or recycling environment preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and schematics.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley or Siemens) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment used in metal recycling operations.
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions in heavy industrial equipment such as shredders, conveyors, cranes, balers, and compactors.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose issues using electrical testing devices, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and thermal imaging tools.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Reading schematics

480V electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprenticeship or technical training in electrical systems

Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master preferred)

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Job description

About the Opportunity

As an Industrial Technician at EMR, you’ll play a key role in our daily operations at our New Orleans, LA site. In this role, you’ll be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment within a high-volume metal recycling facility. This role ensures all electrical components—including shredders, conveyors, balers, and sorting systems—operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, machinery, and equipment used in metal recycling operations.
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions in heavy industrial equipment such as shredders, conveyors, cranes, balers, and compactors.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical components to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose issues using electrical testing devices, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and thermal imaging tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or technical training in electrical systems.
• Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master preferred, depending on state requirements).
• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial electrical experience (heavy industry or recycling environment preferred).
• Strong understanding of electrical systems up to 480V or higher.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and schematics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in metal recycling, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems (for equipment troubleshooting).
• Familiarity with automated sorting systems and sensor-based equipment.
• Arc flash training and NFPA 70E certification.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plans (e.g., 401k).
• Paid Time Off and 8 Paid Holidays.
• HSA and FSA with employer contribution
• 401(k) with company match

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