Industrial Electrician: PLC, VFD & Control Systems Expert

Barchemy, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Barchemy LLC is hiring an experienced Industrial Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems in industrial facilities. The role works from prints and specifications with minimal supervision and may direct apprentices on assigned tasks.

Typically 40+ hours/week; overtime, shift and weekend work as projects require. The successful candidate will have strong NEC/NFPA 70E knowledge and hands-on experience with 480V systems, PLCs, VFDs and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level status through an apprenticeship or accredited trade program.
• 4+ years electrical experience (industrial/heavy commercial).
• Ability to read blueprints, one-lines, schematics and control diagrams.
• Experience with 480V three-phase systems, motor controls and conduit bending.
• OSHA 10 (OSHA 30 preferred).
• Own hand tools per company tool list.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70E requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate and test power distribution equipment up to 480V (and medium voltage where qualified).
• Bend conduit and install wiring; install cable tray and MC/Teck cable.
• Wire and commission motors, VFDs and motor controls; install instrumentation and control wiring.
• Read and work from one-lines, schematics, ladder diagrams, P&IDs and panel drawings; redline as-builts.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Install grounding and lighting; ensure safety rules including lockout/tagout.
• Mentor apprentices; coordinate with maintenance supervisor and other trades.
• Keep tools, materials and work areas organized; complete timesheets and safety paperwork.

Skills

PLC experience

VFD programming

Hazardous locations

Process control

Medium-voltage

NFPA 70E

OSHA 30

Shutdown experience

Education

Apprenticeship/Trade school

Job description

Barchemy LLC is hiring an experienced Industrial Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems in industrial facilities. The role works from prints and specifications with minimal supervision and may direct apprentices on assigned tasks.

Typically 40+ hours/week; overtime, shift and weekend work as projects require. The successful candidate will have strong NEC/NFPA 70E knowledge and hands-on experience with 480V systems, PLCs, VFDs and instrumentation.