Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Thatcher Company; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing retirement plan

Comprehensive benefits package

HSA/FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth path

Supportive culture

Great work environment

Job summary

Thatcher Company in Buckeye, AZ seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to support safe, reliable operation of a chemical manufacturing facility. You will troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical systems, motors, PLCs, instrumentation, and automated equipment.

The role requires strong hands-on electrical troubleshooting, experience with industrial control systems, and the ability to diagnose complex faults to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting of electrical systems, including 480V three‑phase equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to read schematics, ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and manuals.
• Solid knowledge of electrical safety practices and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial electrical equipment and control systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.
• Repair motors, starters, relays, contactors, breakers, transformers, and power distribution.
• Diagnose PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, and control circuits; maintain HMIs and VFDs.
• Install, repair, and maintain wiring, conduit, control panels, and switches.
• Read electrical schematics and ladder logic; interpret technical manuals.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and automation improvements under supervision.
• Collaborate with production/engineering to restore production safely and efficiently.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial electrical maintenance

PLC systems

HMIs & VFDs

Instrumentation

Safety procedures (LOTO/OSHA)

Education

Electrical trade school

Journeyman certification

Apprenticeship

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

MCCs

HMI systems

VFDs

Electrical panels

Job description

Thatcher Company is seeking an experiencedIndustrial Maintenance Electrician for our Buckeye AZ Plantto support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our chemical manufacturing facility. This position is primarily responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining industrial electrical systems, motor controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation, and automated manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on electrical troubleshooting skills, experience working with industrial control systems, and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical problems to minimize production downtime.

While the primary focus of this position is electrical maintenance, the successful candidate will also assist with mechanical maintenance and general plant repairs as needed.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial electrical equipment and control systems in a chemical manufacturing environment.

• Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance to maximize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and extend equipment life.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical motors, motor starters, contactors, relays, circuit breakers, transformers, and power distribution systems.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC‑controlled equipment, including PLC inputs/outputs, sensors, communication faults, and control circuits.

• Troubleshoot and maintain Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and automated production equipment.

• Troubleshoot electrical systems operating at 24VDC, 120VAC, 240VAC, and 480VAC, as applicable to plant equipment.

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical wiring, conduit, control panels, switches, and industrial electrical components.

• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical equipment manuals.

• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors, transmitters, and associated control devices.

• Perform electrical testing and diagnostics using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers, and other electrical testing equipment.

• Identify electrical failures, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment problems.

• Support equipment installations, upgrades, automation improvements, and electrical projects assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Work closely with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel to troubleshoot equipment failures and restore production safely and efficiently.

• Assist with maintenance of pumps, compressors, mixers, conveyors, and other mechanical equipment as needed.

• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment conditions.

• Follow established electrical safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash protection requirements, OSHA standards, and applicable NFPA 70E practices.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize multiple assignments, respond to urgent equipment issues, and adapt to changing production needs.

• Complete additional maintenance projects and assignments as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing, chemical processing, or industrial production environment.

• Strong hands‑on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, including 480V three‑phase equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot PLC‑controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.

• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor control centers (MCCs), and industrial control panels.

• Experience troubleshooting electrical motors, motor starters, relays, contactors, sensors, and electrical control circuits.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.

• Working knowledge of industrial instrumentation, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level measurement devices.

• Experience using electrical diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve equipment failures.

• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.

• Ability to independently troubleshoot electrical problems and perform repairs with minimal supervision.

• Experience with Allen‑Bradley or Siemens PLC systems preferred.

• Experience with industrial automation, process controls, and instrumentation calibration preferred.

• Electrical trade school, technical certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent industrial electrical experience preferred.

• Industrial electrician license or journeyman certification preferred, where applicable.

• Mechanical maintenance experience involving pumps, compressors, conveyors, and rotating equipment is a plus.

• Knowledge of basic computer functions, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Ability to communicate effectively, follow detailed written and verbal instructions, and work successfully in a team environment.

• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, forklifts, and aerial lifts as required.

• Ability to work safely in varying environmental conditions, including hot, cold, dry, and humid environments.

• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.

• Previous experience in chemical or petrochemical manufacturing is preferred but not required.

What’s In It for You?

• $31.00–$36.00 per hour

• Profit Sharing Retirement Plan – up to 25% of salary annually, fully funded by the company

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays

• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

• A growth‑focused career path with a stable, thriving company

• A supportive, values‑driven culture where your success matters

• A great work environment where your contributions are recognized and you can reach your full potential