Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Qualdoc; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Qualdoc is hiring an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician in Petersburg, VA. The role involves electrical maintenance and repair in a heavy industrial manufacturing setup. Candidates will troubleshoot and maintain systems to ensure safe production operations.

The ideal applicant should have industrial electrical experience, including PLC troubleshooting and preventative maintenance. We offer competitive pay, health coverage, 401(k) matching, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of heavy industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Intermediate knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and AC/DC motor theory.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical equipment.
• Perform routine inspections to identify potential issues.
• Diagnose problems involving AC/DC motors and PLC systems.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

PLC troubleshooting

AC/DC motor controls

Preventative maintenance

Electrical diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Tools

Electrical testing instruments

Common electrical maintenance hand tools

Job description

Location: Petersburg, VA

Job Type: Direct Hire

Starting Pay: From $36.73 per hour (higher compensation may be available based on experience, skills assessment results, and qualifications)

Position Overview

We are hiring an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to support electrical maintenance and repair activities in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining electrical systems that keep production equipment operating safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has experience with industrial electrical systems, PLC troubleshooting, AC/DC motor controls, and preventative maintenance in a manufacturing setting.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for additional earnings through production incentives, shift differentials, and scheduled overtime
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
• Company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development, technical training, and advancement opportunities
• A workplace that values safety, teamwork, innovation, diversity, and continuous improvement

Primary Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical and electronic equipment
• Perform routine inspections of production equipment to identify potential issues before failures occur
• Diagnose problems involving AC/DC motors, PLC systems, electrical drives, and electrical controls
• Inspect, maintain, and repair shop equipment, mobile equipment, PLC networks, and overhead cranes
• Service electrical components associated with pumps, motors, cranes, and hydraulic or pneumatic equipment
• Install and maintain electronically controlled systems, including rolling mill loop controls, programmable sequences, secondary distribution centers, and operator control panels
• Balance electrical loads and wire complex industrial circuits
• Use diagnostic equipment such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, paper recorders, multi‑voltmeters, and other electrical testing instruments
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and material usage logs
• Provide technical support to maintenance and production teams when equipment issues arise

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required
• Successful completion of an electrical entrance examination
• 3‑5 years of heavy industrial electrical maintenance experience, including preventative and routine maintenance
• Working knowledge of shop mathematics and the ability to use drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and precision measuring instruments
• Intermediate knowledge of:
  • AC/DC motor theory
  • PLC troubleshooting
  • Electrical drives
  • Industrial electrical controls
  • NFPA 70E safety practices
  • High‑voltage electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
• Experience using common electrical maintenance hand tools and diagnostic equipment

Work Environment

This position is based in a heavy industrial manufacturing facility where employees work around large production equipment, electrical systems, cranes, and automated machinery. Candidates should be comfortable working in an active industrial setting while following established safety procedures.