Industrial Electrician: PLCs, VFDs & Plant Systems

Knight's Companies; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO and Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

STD

LTD

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary insurance programs

Job summary

Knight’s Companies in Charleston, SC seeks an Industrial Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems across Redi-Mix, Precast, and Pumping operations. You’ll read blueprints, install conduit, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, motors, and sensors to keep plants running smoothly.

5+ years’ experience, SC Electrical Contractor’s license (or ability to obtain), and a valid SC driver’s license are required. OT, travel, and strict safety compliance are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical installations and repairs.
• Current Electrical Contractor’s license or ability to obtain.
• Prior experience in a ready mix concrete plant preferred.
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License with clean record.
• Ability to safely use tools and read technical manuals.
• OSHA and environmental compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical systems across all plants and equipment.
• Install conduit, wiring, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Read blueprints and schematics to perform repairs.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, motors, and sensors.
• Adhere to local/state/national electrical codes and safety inspections.
• Document maintenance activities and repairs in logs.

Skills

Electrical installations/repairs

PLC/PLCs

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Reading blueprints/schematics

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

High-pressure environment

Travel availability

Education

Electrical Contractor’s license (or ability to obtain)

Tools

Conduit/wiring installation

Sledgehammers/tools

Job description

Knight’s Companies in Charleston, SC seeks an Industrial Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems across Redi-Mix, Precast, and Pumping operations. You’ll read blueprints, install conduit, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, motors, and sensors to keep plants running smoothly.

5+ years’ experience, SC Electrical Contractor’s license (or ability to obtain), and a valid SC driver’s license are required. OT, travel, and strict safety compliance are part of the role.