Industrial Electrician – PLCs, VFDs & Plant Automation

Knight’s Companies Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary insurance programs (Life, CI

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Knight’s Companies Inc. is seeking an Industrial Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems across all Knight’s Companies’ Redi-Mix, Precast, Trucking, and Pumping operations.

The role requires 5+ years of electrical installations/repairs, a South Carolina Electrical Contractor’s license (or ability to obtain), and a valid SC driver’s license. Travel, safety focus, and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in electrical installations and repairs.
• Current Electrical Contractor’s license, or ability to obtain licensing within a reasonable period of time.
• Must have a valid South Carolina Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Prior experience in a ready mix concrete plant strongly preferred.
• Experience complying with OSHA and state environmental regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture while upholding the company’s core values.
• Routinely assess current electrical systems to proactively identify potential issues and report needed upgrades.
• Communicate with Plant Maintenance Manager, Plant Managers, and other plant personnel to assess and troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Troubleshooting and repairing automated, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems including PLCs, motors, VFDs, and sensors.
• Installing conduit, wiring, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Adhering to local, state, and national electrical codes, and conducting regular safety inspections.
• Reading blueprints, schematic diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Documenting maintenance activities, repairs, and technical data in logs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Electrical installations

Electrical repairs

Troubleshooting

Tools

PLCs

VFDs

Sensors

Job description

Knight’s Companies Inc. is seeking an Industrial Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems across all Knight’s Companies’ Redi-Mix, Precast, Trucking, and Pumping operations.

The role requires 5+ years of electrical installations/repairs, a South Carolina Electrical Contractor’s license (or ability to obtain), and a valid SC driver’s license. Travel, safety focus, and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.