Industrial Electrician – PLC/Controls, VA Manufacturing

Wolverine Advanced Materials, LLC; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Wolverine Advanced Materials in Blacksburg, Virginia, is seeking an Electrician to plan layouts, install, and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatuses, and control equipment. You will follow NFPA 79/70E and NEC 2010 standards, read blueprints, and troubleshoot PLCs.

The role requires an associate degree, journeyman certification, and the ability to work shifts including overtime. Join a team that values safety, quality, and attention to detail while maintaining logs and assisting

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent; Journeyman certification required.
• Blueprint reading skill required.
• Ability to read safety rules and operating manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.
• Troubleshoot using PLC software/knowledge.
• Work within NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, and NEC 2010 standards.
• Ability to work shifts including overtime.

Responsibilities

• Plan layouts for installations to minimize waste and ensure maintenance access.
• Prepare sketches or follow diagrams; ensure proper wiring before wall/ceiling work.
• Install and connect electrical conduit and distribution equipment.
• Test circuit continuity and safety with instruments.
• Observe equipment performance and adjust as needed.
• Assist maintenance mechanics and log work orders in Plexus.
• Follow safety and quality protocols at all times.

Skills

Blueprint reading

PLC troubleshooting

Safety standards knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Two-year degree or equivalent

Journeyman certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Wolverine Advanced Materials in Blacksburg, Virginia, is seeking an Electrician to plan layouts, install, and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatuses, and control equipment. You will follow NFPA 79/70E and NEC 2010 standards, read blueprints, and troubleshoot PLCs.

The role requires an associate degree, journeyman certification, and the ability to work shifts including overtime. Join a team that values safety, quality, and attention to detail while maintaining logs and assisting