Industrial Maintenance Electrician - Day Shift

graphicarts; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day Shift (Mon-Fri)

Up to 8% quarterly bonus

Medical, Vision, Dental

401k with 6% match

Paid Lunch Time

Company Uniforms/PPE/Tools/boots

10 holidays/vacation/personal time

Job summary

Vulcan Metals Specialty Products is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical systems in a rolling mill environment. The role concentrates on legacy equipment such as ovens and furnaces and requires hands-on, safety-focused workmanship.

The ideal candidate will read schematics, work on high-temperature systems, and participate in upgrades and preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Electrician certification required.
• 3–5 years with outstanding troubleshooting and technical aptitude.
• Experience with PLCs, drives, 480 Volt 3 phase, 4160, 250 Volt DC, reading blueprints and troubleshooting.
• Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 1st shift (Day Shift).
• Familiarity with schematic and electrical diagrams/illustrations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical issues for casting and rolling mill equipment.
• Maintain legacy electrical systems including relay logic and older PLCs.
• Work with ovens and furnaces, including temperature control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Install and commission electrical components during upgrades.
• Support PLC systems and HMI interfaces.
• Ensure safety standards including LOTO and NFPA 70E.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance

Education

Electrician Certification

Tools

PLC

Drives

HMI

Electrical schematics

Job description

***Competitive Pay Based on Experience

Vulcan Metals Specialty Products

is the Global Leader in Magnesium Plate and Sheet Technology. We are a manufacturer and supplier of Graphic Arts products, as well as a manufacturer of magnesium sheet and plate. As such, the company has two clear personas; it is a product supplier to Graphic Arts market and end users, and it provides lightweight engineering solutions via the use of magnesium sheet and plate. At our facility we do a casting process that melts down the magnesium which then molds it into slabs. We then use the rolling mill to thin out the slabs of magnesium to meet the customer needs.

Benefits:

• Day Shift - Monday - Friday
• Up to 8% quarterly bonus
• Medical, Vision, Dental *Start on the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment*
• 401k with Company match of up to 6%
• Paid Lunch Time
• Company Paid Uniforms/PPE/Tools/boots
• 10 Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time (No Waiting Period)
• & Much More

Position Purpose:

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of electrical systems in a rolling mill environment. This role focuses heavily on legacy equipment, including ovens and furnaces, and requires strong systems control experience. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, safety‑focused, and comfortable working with a mix of older and upgraded technologies.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical issues for casting and rolling mill equipment, including motors, drives, control panels, and instrumentation
• Maintain and support legacy electrical systems, including relay logic, older PLCs, and hardwired controls
• Work with ovens and furnaces, including temperature control systems, burners, and associated safety circuits
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems to minimize downtime
• Install, test, and commission electrical components during system upgrades
• Support and troubleshoot PLC systems and HMI interfaces
• Collaborate with technical teams to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), NFPA 70E, and plant procedures
• Respond to breakdowns and provide timely resolution to production issues
• Ability to work extended hours during equipment breakdown situations
• On time & regular attendance at work

Education and Qualifications:

Electrician Certification Required

• Experience with PLC's, Drives, 480 Volt 3 phase, 4160, 250 Volt DC, reading Blueprints and Troubleshooting
• Maintain and support legacy electrical systems, including relay logic, older PLCs, and hardwired controls
• Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 1st shift (Day Shift)
• Affiliated experience of at least 3 to 5 years with outstanding troubleshooting and technical aptitude -military experience acceptable
• Excellent interpersonal and communication ability
• Familiarity with schematic and electrical diagrams/illustrations
• Outstanding understanding of safety, health, and environment regulations
• Ability to interact well with all levels of employees
• Proven experience as an electrician
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
• Understanding of production procedures
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Industrial setting with exposure to heat, noise, dust, and heavy machinery
• Work around high‑temperature equipment such as furnaces and ovens
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and on‑call, only as needed

We are committed to a safe, drug‑free work environment and pre‑employment drug screening, physical and background checks are required prior to starting. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

VMSP is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.