Industrial Electrician

Papier-Mettler; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Sick time

Disability insurance

Life and accidental insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Training and development

Job summary

Papier-Mettler is seeking an Industrial Electrician to ensure safe, efficient operation of electrical systems across its facilities. You will read complex blueprints and diagrams to install and service wiring and control systems, including PLCs and high voltage components.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to electrical safety standards and working with engineering teams to improve system reliability in a manufacturing environment. Prior apprenticeship and a valid license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with completion of an accredited electrician apprenticeship program.
• Proven industrial electrician experience 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.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (preferred).
• Additional certifications in industrial electrical systems or related fields (preferred).

Responsibilities

• 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 efficient operation of electrical systems

Skills

Electrical wiring

High voltage expertise

PLC programming

Blueprints interpretation

Electrical safety

Education

High school diploma

Electrician apprenticeship program

Electrical license/certification

Tools

PLCs

Job description

The Industrial Electrician plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems within our industrial facilities. The successful candidate will interpret complexblueprints and technical diagrams to execute electrical wiring and control system tasks accurately. A strong emphasis is placed on adhering to electrical safety standards to protect personnel and equipment.

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

Your advantages

Your new job - your benefits

• Positive working conditions and a convinient working environment
• 401 K pension plan and health insurance
• 12 days of paid vacation
• Paid sick and holiday time
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Ongoing support, training and development
• Family-run business with very solid structure and great career opportunities

Innovative, dynamic and reliable

We are Papier-Mettler

PAPIER-METTLER operates as an international packaging company and is the European market leader in the industry. Advanced production facilities, innovative product developments as well as flat hierarchies, and short ways of decision-making combine to make the family-owned company an exciting and successful employer. With its unique recycling concept, PAPIER-METTLER is a promising pioneer in environmentally friendlypackaging solutions. More than 5,000 employees worldwide trust the family-owned company and benefit from its excellent development prospects. Mettler Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer.