Industrial Electrician- Baltimore- 1

Usg; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 49,593 - 63,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

USG seeks an Industrial Electrician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in a manufacturing setting. The starting hourly rate ranges from $36.05 to $45.95, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 6am to 2pm and potential 2pm–10pm shifts.

You will interpret wiring schematics, test equipment, and work safely under NEC and NFPA-70E guidelines. Candidates should have basic mechanical maintenance skills and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics or prints for electrical installations.
• Proficient in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical components.
• Familiarity with NEC codes and NFPA-70E basics.
• Capable of using electrical test equipment safely.
• Able to operate basic hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical systems and perform preventive maintenance in a manufacturing plant.
• Troubleshoot electrical components and motor control systems (AC/DC).
• Develop skills to troubleshoot PLCs and instrumentation equipment.
• Interpret work orders and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and adhere to policies.

Skills

Electrical installation

Preventive maintenance

Motor control systems

PLC controls

Wiring schematics

Team collaboration

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Title: Industrial Electrician

Starting hourly rate, $36.05 - $45.95 per hour

Schedule, Weekdays, 6am - 2pm, may have to work some 2pm - 10pm shifts

Role & Responsibilities

• Work safely as a top priority by adhering to the plant’s accident prevention policies. Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Safely install, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot electrical components within the manufacturing plant.
• Maintain, test and repair AC/DC motors and motor control systems.
• Develop skill set to troubleshoot advanced control system and instrumentation equipment including PLC controls.
• Interpret and use wiring schematics.
• Operate electrical test equipment inherent to the job.
• Know and understand NEC codes, become trained in NFPA-70E, and practice all other electrician duties in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have the desired technical skills to safely and proficiently work as an electrician in a plant setting.
• Possess basic mechanical maintenance skills.
• Ability to interpret and perform tasks as detailed on printed work orders.
• Basic computer skills needed to complete safety training and review work-related e-mail.
• Ability to operate equipment as needed, including forklifts, etc.
• Familiar with common hand tools and how to properly use them.
• Good collaboration skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

Benefits

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

EOE including disability/veteran