Industrial Electrician — Switchgear Install & Troubleshooting

nVent; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent is seeking an Industrial Electrician for our Chattanooga facility to build and install switchgear and electrical components in custom metal equipment centers. You will interpret detailed electrical drawings to meet precise customer specifications and work across multiple shifts, with day and night schedules available.

Qualified candidates bring at least 5 years in electrical work, NEC knowledge, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of electrical experience or as an Electrical Helper.
• Experience installing and working with electrical systems, wiring and control equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, tape measures, grinders and saws.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and work on ladders for extended periods in production environments.
• Repetitive tasks with full range of motion in upper extremities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install switchgear and electrical components into custom-built metal equipment centers.
• Plan layouts and install wiring, electrical fixtures, and control equipment.
• Read, interpret and follow electrical drawings and designs to meet specs.
• Perform electrical repairs, troubleshooting and testing as required.
• Use hand and power tools to complete installations safely and efficiently.
• Follow NEC code requirements and electrical standards.
• Operate forklifts and material-handling equipment as needed.

Skills

Electrical experience

Reading schematics

NEC knowledge

Tool use

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measures

Grinders

Saws

Job description

nVent is seeking an Industrial Electrician for our Chattanooga facility to build and install switchgear and electrical components in custom metal equipment centers. You will interpret detailed electrical drawings to meet precise customer specifications and work across multiple shifts, with day and night schedules available.

Qualified candidates bring at least 5 years in electrical work, NEC knowledge, and the ability to read schematics.