Industrial Electrician: PLC/VFD & 3-Phase

Kenworth Truck Co.; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $47.13/hour

Paid vacation

Medical insurance

Pension and 401k

Uniforms

Wellness plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kenworth Truck Company in Renton, Washington, seeks an NC Electrician to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls and PLC/VFD systems in a heavy-duty truck manufacturing environment. The role covers 460V three-phase motors and electrical design work with NEC compliance, offering a safety-sensitive, drug-tested position.

High school diploma required; an associate degree or trade training is preferred. Shift flexibility and strong communication skills are essential for effective teamwork with

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related one year industrial electrical trade school training preferred.
• Read and understand electrical prints and schematic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair all types of electrical controls, including 460 volt - three phase motors and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controlled (PLC) equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) motors and equipment.
• Perform electrical control design work and equipment control modifications.
• Perform electrical equipment installations according to National Electrical Code (NEC) including all feeder and branch circuits.
• Capable of troubleshooting, repairing and installing electrical controls and equipment, including PLC, VFD and PC communication systems.
• Committed to continuous self-improvement and demonstrate the ability to function as a positive member of a maintenance team.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC systems

VFD motors

Electrical drawings

Electrical design

NEC knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related trade school

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kenworth Truck Company in Renton, Washington, seeks an NC Electrician to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls and PLC/VFD systems in a heavy-duty truck manufacturing environment. The role covers 460V three-phase motors and electrical design work with NEC compliance, offering a safety-sensitive, drug-tested position.

High school diploma required; an associate degree or trade training is preferred. Shift flexibility and strong communication skills are essential for effective teamwork with