Industrial Electrician

Accelera; River Rouge (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign‑on bonus $2,500

Annual bonuses up to $7,500

401(k) with company match

Pension contribution $2.50/hr

Uniforms provided

Boots allowance each October

Vacation accrual year 1

Job summary

Accelera Staffing seeks an experienced Electrician for a 24/7 heavy industrial coke battery plant in River Rouge, MI. The role focuses on live-system troubleshooting, high-heat conditions, and robust controls logic in a rugged production setting.

You will work within an ABCD rotation, perform live maintenance on PLCs and DCS, and support safety-first operations while maintaining process reliability and uptime.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with industrial control systems, DCS, and PLCs.
• Advanced troubleshooting capabilities within heavy industrial settings.
• Ability to work in high-heat, live-process environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and situational awareness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems in a continuous-process facility.
• Resolve complex issues with process automation, PLCs, and controls logic.
• Utilize DCS systems, Automacs, and Allen‑Bradley PLCs.
• Ensure reliability of process control logic, loops, and transmitters.
• Perform electrical maintenance on industrial power distribution, drives, MCCs, and motors.
• Read and interpret control schematics, loop diagrams, and prints.
• Respond quickly to equipment malfunctions in high-risk, high-temperature zones.
• Adhere to lockout/tagout protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to maximize uptime.

Skills

Industrial control systems

DCS

PLCs

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Job description

Site Details: River Rouge, MI (Zug Island) at a heavy industrial coke battery facility.

Shift Structure: Full-time, onsite role featuring a 12-hour rotating swing shift (ABCD crew rotation).

Role Overview

This position is based within a 24/7 heavy industrial coke battery plant that powers blast furnace steel production. Candidates should be prepared for a rugged, legacy industrial setting rather than a typical automotive or clean manufacturing environment. We are seeking electricians who possess deep controls logic expertise and are comfortable navigating high-heat conditions while performing live system troubleshooting.

Shift Information

• Day shift hours: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Night shift hours: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Four-week rotation cycle (14 working days per 28-day period)
• Crews operate on a unified ABCD rotation
• Initial training occurs during the day shift
• Participation in an on-call rotation is required

Compensation

• Level 1: $36.15 – $38.83/hr
• Level 2: Up to $44.00/hr
• Level 3: Up to $49.69/hr

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems within a continuous-process facility
• Resolve complex issues regarding process automation, PLCs, and controls logic
• Utilize DCS systems, Automacs, and Allen-Bradley PLCs
• Ensure the reliability of process control logic, control loops, and transmitters
• Execute electrical maintenance on industrial power distribution, drives, MCCs, and motors
• Interpret control schematics, loop diagrams, and electrical prints
• Provide rapid response to equipment malfunctions in high-risk, high-temperature zones
• Maintain a safe working environment for the entire team by adhering to strict lockout/tagout protocols
• Partner with maintenance and operations staff to maximize equipment uptime

Qualifications

• Proficiency with industrial control systems, DCS, and PLCs
• Advanced troubleshooting capabilities within heavy industrial settings
• Ability to perform effectively in environments with live processes, open flames, and high heat
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to situational awareness and safety

Basic Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening
• Documented history of safe work practices

Physical Demands and Environment

• Exposure to high-heat settings, including open flame areas and hot surfaces
• Ongoing contact with airborne particulates, Coke Oven Gas (COG), dust, and fumes
• High noise environments necessitating the use of hearing protection
• Requirement to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Tasks involve working in confined spaces, at heights, and on uneven terrain

Required Safety Gear

• SCBA and respirators as dictated by conditions
• Fall protection equipment, including lifelines and harnesses

Respirator Policy

• Strict clean-shaven requirement (mustaches above the lip are allowed)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans effective on Day 1
• $2,500 initial sign-on incentive
• Additional $2,500 bonus following the completion of 1,040 work hours
• Annual performance-based bonuses totaling up to $7,500
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Pension contribution of $2.50 per hour
• Uniforms provided by the company
• Annual allowance for work boots provided every October
• Vacation time accrual starting in the first year
• Increased vacation allotment beginning in the third year

Selection Process

• Initial resume screening
• Phone interview via Teams including a live print review
• On-site assessment featuring written and hands-on control room testing
• Interviews are not scheduled on Mondays or Fridays