Industrial Electrician 3rd Shift - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

New AHF Colors-Please Use this; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Quarterly bonus eligible

Sign on bonus

Job summary

AHF Products in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Industrial Electrician to join our maintenance team. You will lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify electrical and control systems for production equipment and facility power distribution, and perform preventative maintenance as directed.

Shift is 10:15pm–6:30am with pay starting at $40.00–$42.50 per hour plus shift differential. Requires 3+ years of industrial electrical experience and proficiency with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, RSLogix/Studio

Qualifications

• Three or more years of industrial electrical experience.
• Thorough understanding of PLC, HMI, VFD and other programmable hardware technology and the ability to interface with these systems using software, such as RS Logix, to program, modify, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment
• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
• Positive and Verifiable Work History

Responsibilities

• AC/DC Motor Theory/Application/Design
• AB Power Flex Drives
• In line motor starters with a firm understanding of overload function
• 24V and 120V Control Circuits
• Working knowledge of RS Logic 500, RS Logic 5000, Studio 5000, and RS Links
• Strong understanding of controls network, i.e., Ethernet, Data Highway, Device Net
• Firm understanding of Ladder Logic with strong troubleshooting skills
• PLC Programming
• HMI and MMI, Panel view and Wonderware
• Closed Loop Control with rudimentary understanding of PIDs
• 480V Distribution systems and switch gear knowledge
• Experience up to 600 V
• Electrical with understanding of NEC
• Ability to specify/recommend electrical equipment.
• Good technical writing ability and verbal communication skills.

Skills

Motor theory

PowerFlex drives

Motor starters

Control circuits 24V

PLC programming

RSLogix/Studio5000

HMI/PanelView

Wonderware

Ladder Logic

Ethernet/DeviceNet

PIDs

600V systems

NEC knowledge

Tools

RSLogix

Studio 5000

RSLinks

Job description

Job Category: PRODUCTION

Requisition Number: INDUS003208

• Posted : October 8, 2026


• Full-Time


• On-site


• Rate : $40 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Kankakee, IL 60901, USA

Description

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Quarterly Bonus Eligible, $2,000 Sign on Bonus

• $1,000 of sign on bonus paid out after 4 weeks of employment with perfect attendance,


• $1,000 of sign on bonus paid out after 90 days of employment


• If employment ends before 12 months required to pay prorated amount of sign on bonus back.

Shift: 10:15pm - 6:30am

Pay: Starting at $40.00 - $42.50

Shift Differential: $0.40 2:15pm – 10:15pm // $0.45 10:15pm – 6:15am

AHF Products has a job opportunity for an Industrial Electrician in Kankakee, IL. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the electricians are responsible for laying out, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying the electrical and controls aspects of production equipment, facility systems, and power distribution systems according to engineering instructions and supervision. Additionally, this position will perform regular electrical preventative maintenance on equipment as directed by supervision.

JOB DUTIES:

• AC/DC Motor Theory/Application/Design


• AB Power Flex Drives


• In line motor starters with a firm understanding of overload function


• 24V and 120V Control Circuits


• Working knowledge of RS Logic 500, RS Logic 5000, Studio 5000, and RS Links


• Strong understanding of controls network, i.e., Ethernet, Data Highway, Device Net


• Firm understanding of Ladder Logic with strong troubleshooting skills


• PLC Programming


• HMI and MMI, Panel view and Wonderware


• Closed Loop Control with rudimentary understanding of PIDs


• 480V Distribution systems and switch gear knowledge


• Experience up to 600 V


• Electrical with understanding of NEC


• Ability to specify/recommend electrical equipment.


• Good technical writing ability and verbal communication skills.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three or more years of industrial electrical experience.


• Thorough understanding of PLC, HMI, VFD and other programmable hardware technology and the ability to interface with these systems using software, such as RS Logix, to program, modify, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment


• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening


• Positive and Verifiable Work History

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequently will push, pull, carry, and lift 20 - 50lbs.


• Occasionally walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping and repetitive movements


• Frequently talk, hear, read, write


• Frequently must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Think analytically


• Develop options and implement solutions


• Work with a team


• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)


• Multitask in a fast-paced environment


• Work with a Sense of Urgency

AHF PRODUCTS:

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets. With decades of experience in award-winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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