Industrial Electrician: PLCs, Drives & Foundry Maintenance

Amsted Rail Company Inc; Keokuk (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Amsted Rail Company Inc in Keokuk, IA is seeking an Industrial Electrician for our foundry. Candidates must demonstrate safe work practices and strong knowledge of OSHA standards while maintaining electrical and electronic equipment.

You will troubleshoot drive motors, PLCs (SLC 500, ControllLogix), install new wiring, and perform preventive maintenance with minimal supervision. This position requires a high school diploma and 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of verifiable industrial maintenance / electrical experience.
• Ability to work off shift with overtime as required.
• Pass screening and skills tests; strong OSHA knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment, PLCs, drives, and control loops.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and drive motors.
• Install new wiring runs, conduit, and wiring as needed.
• Work with PLCs (SLC 500, Controllogix) and perform program changes.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

Tools

SLC 500 PLC

Controllogix PLC

Job description

Amsted Rail Company Inc in Keokuk, IA is seeking an Industrial Electrician for our foundry. Candidates must demonstrate safe work practices and strong knowledge of OSHA standards while maintaining electrical and electronic equipment.

You will troubleshoot drive motors, PLCs (SLC 500, ControllLogix), install new wiring, and perform preventive maintenance with minimal supervision. This position requires a high school diploma and 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.