Industrial Electrician – 1st Shift, $29-30/hr

ProStaffing; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ProStaffing in Hickory, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Electrician to install, maintain and repair electrical systems in an industrial setting. You will read drawings, perform wiring and testing, and ensure compliance with safety codes and company procedures.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or NC State License, with 2–4 years of related experience and knowledge of LV single/three-phase systems. Shift is 6am–2:30pm, hourly pay $29–$30.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or Electrical Engineering or NC State License.
• 2–4 years of electrical installation, maintenance, or repair (industrial, facilities, utilities or construction).
• Strong knowledge of LV single/three-phase systems, panels, motor/control circuits; ability to read drawings and follow specs.
• Proficient with hand/power tools and electrical test equipment (multimeter, clamp meter, insulation tester).
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and components, including wiring, panels, switches, circuit breakers, lighting and controls.
• Read and interpret blueprints, single-line diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals to determine layouts and specifications.
• Inspect electrical components (e.g., transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear) for hazards, defects and code compliance.
• Diagnose faults using meters and test instruments (multimeter, clamp meter, insulation tester/megger and continuity testers)
• Perform preventive maintenance on distribution equipment, motors, VFDs, relays and control circuits to minimize downtime.
• Execute cable terminations, glanding, labeling, and verification tests (IR, continuity, functional test).
• Document work performed: maintenance logs, inspection reports, test results, redlines/as-builts, and parts usage.
• Adhere to electrical codes and safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and permit-to-work systems.

Skills

Reading drawings

LV single/three-phase systems

Follow specifications

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeter

Clamp meter

Insulation tester

Job description

ProStaffing in Hickory, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Electrician to install, maintain and repair electrical systems in an industrial setting. You will read drawings, perform wiring and testing, and ensure compliance with safety codes and company procedures.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or NC State License, with 2–4 years of related experience and knowledge of LV single/three-phase systems. Shift is 6am–2:30pm, hourly pay $29–$30.