Industrial Master Electrician – 2nd Shift (PLC & Equipment)

Atlas Tube (Arkansas) INC; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance program

Health benefits

Job summary

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, seeks a Master Electrician in Blytheville, AR for 2nd shift. You will maintain and repair electrical systems powering production, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure safe, efficient operation in a fast-paced plant.

You will read schematics, follow LOTO procedures, and collaborate with teams to meet uptime and yield goals, using PLC/control systems knowledge and MMIS tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical experience, preferably in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician certification preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient in PLCs and control systems, with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Competent with computers and maintenance management systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical systems and production equipment to ensure safe, continuous operation.
• Follow all electrical safety procedures and LOTO rules; ensure guards and safety devices are in place before equipment operation.
• Read blueprints, manuals, and schematics to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical and mechanical issues.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, testing instruments, cranes, and hoists to perform maintenance tasks.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and perform electrical tasks related to breakdowns, changeovers, and repairs.
• Inspect and monitor equipment performance using maintenance management systems.
• Troubleshoot process and electrical issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain clean and audit-ready work areas; follow housekeeping standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC systems

Reading schematics

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Journeyman/Master Electrician certification

Tools

Maintenance management systems

SCADA/PLC control systems

Electrical testing instruments

Job description

Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, seeks a Master Electrician in Blytheville, AR for 2nd shift. You will maintain and repair electrical systems powering production, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure safe, efficient operation in a fast-paced plant.

You will read schematics, follow LOTO procedures, and collaborate with teams to meet uptime and yield goals, using PLC/control systems knowledge and MMIS tools.