Journeyman Electrician

Software Placement Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 150,158,000 - 154,291,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Overtime opportunities

On-site work

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a Journeyman Electrician / Industrial Maintenance Technician in Louisville, KY to support electrical and mechanical maintenance across the production facility. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment such as punch presses, robotic systems, roll-forming machinery, welders, and paint equipment under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager.

The role is on-site, 1st shift (Mon-Thu 4:00 AM–4:30 PM) with overtime Fridays and occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Requires Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent.
• Welding skills required and experience with electrical controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical prints.
• Experience using electrical test equipment and precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment and controls.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, prints, and equipment documentation.
• Perform electrical and mechanical preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Repair, replace, rewire, test electrical assemblies, panels, components, and controls.
• Operate and test machinery to verify proper operation after repairs.
• Follow NEC requirements and proper electrical installation practices.
• Operate a forklift as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Technical school training

Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Precision measuring instruments

Welding equipment

Forklift operation

Job description

Location: Louisville, KY | Schedule: Full-time, on-site, 1st Shift ( Monday-Thursday, hours ranging between 4:00 AM-4:30 PM; overtime Fridays as needed, occasional weekend work possible) | Compensation: $41.88/hour plus $0.25/hour tool allowance on all straight-time hours worked

Overview

An established manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Journeyman Electrician / Industrial Maintenance Technician to support electrical and mechanical maintenance across its production facility. This role is critical to keeping equipment such as punch presses, metal shears, robotic equipment, roll-forming machines, compressors, spray-painting equipment, and welders running safely and reliably, reporting to the Maintenance Manager.

What you'll do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment and controls
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, prints, and equipment documentation
• Perform electrical and mechanical preventive maintenance on production equipment
• Repair, replace, rewire, clean, and test electrical assemblies, panels, components, and controls
• Operate and test machinery to verify proper operation following repairs
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues involving bearings, pumps, shafts, punch presses, and other production equipment
• Use calipers, micrometers, rulers, and other precision measuring instruments to inspect equipment and determine wear and tolerances
• Dismantle machinery and equipment to access and replace defective components using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
• Perform machine repair and equipment setup while working to tolerances of approximately ±.005
• Follow National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements and proper electrical installation practices
• Perform certain equipment setup tasks, including turning copper
• Operate a forklift as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA requirements
• Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician license required
• Welding skills required
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of mechanical maintenance and repair
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical prints
• Experience using electrical test equipment, specialized maintenance tools, and precision measuring instruments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
• High school diploma, technical school education, apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of an industrial maintenance position
• Must provide required tools according to the company's position tool list

Preferred qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of journey-level industrial maintenance experience preferred
• Experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, punch presses, robotics, roll-forming equipment, motors, controls, welding, and mechanical repair especially relevant

Compensation and benefits

• $41.88/hour
• $0.25/hour tool allowance on all straight-time hours worked

Why this role

This position offers steady 1st shift hours with overtime opportunities and a tool allowance, working on a varied range of industrial equipment within a manufacturing environment.