Maintenance Electrical Specialist

APOG; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Training and Career Progression

Job summary

APOG is seeking a Maintenance Electrical Specialist in Louisville, KY for an industrial environment. The role emphasizes diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, programming PLCs, and supporting equipment upgrades.

Candidates should have strong diagnostic skills, experience with 3-phase power, motor controls, and safety systems, and be able to collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams on continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship or equivalent technical training.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, ladder logic, and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of 3-phase power, motor controls, and safety circuits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues in power distribution, control circuits, and industrial machinery.
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs and I/O devices; interface with HMI systems.
• Assist in planning and executing electrical projects, installations, and retrofits.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and ensure NEC safety standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Ladder logic

Schematic reading

Motor controls

Troubleshooting

Education

Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

HMI interfaces

Electrical test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope)

Job description

## Maintenance Electrical SpecialistApplylocations: Louisville, KYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR110939UW Interco, LLC**Work Hours: 1st Shift Mon- Thurs 4am - 2:30pm**### **Position Summary**The Maintenance Electrical Specialist is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of electrical systems and controls in an industrial environment. This role focuses on hands-on work with PLCs, motor controls, and electrical infrastructure, as well as supporting electrical project execution. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in diagnostics, programming, and system upgrades, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement and equipment reliability. **Responsibilities**** Troubleshooting & Repair**o Diagnose and repair electrical issues in power distribution systems (480V/240V/120V), control circuits, and industrial machinery.o Troubleshoot and repair AC/DC motors, motor starters, relays, contactors, and other control components.o Use test equipment (multimeters, clamp meters, oscilloscopes) to identify faults and verify repairs.**PLC & Automation Support**o Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and associated I/O devices.o Interface with HMI systems and support integration of sensors, actuators, and drives.o Load/download programs and perform system backups and documentation.**Project Work**o Assist in planning and executing electrical projects, including equipment upgrades, installations, and retrofits.o Interpret and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.o Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to implement improvements and ensure code compliance.**Preventive & Predictive Maintenance**o Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems and components.o Identify opportunities for system upgrades or reliability improvements.**Documentation & Compliance**o Maintain accurate records of work performed, changes made, and parts used.o Ensure all work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC), safety standards, and company policies.**Personal Attributes and Experience**· Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.· Completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship or equivalent technical training.· Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, ladder logic, and wiring diagrams.· Hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.· Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, including 3-phase power, motor controls, and safety circuits.· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.· Experience with VFDs, servo systems, and industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Modbus) preferred.· Familiarity with CMMS systems for work order tracking preferred.· Basic project management or coordination experience is a plus.**Work Environment**Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.**Our Benefits**We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.* Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)* Incentive Plans* 401(k) with employer contribution and match* Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match* Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)* Paid Holidays* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Wellness Program* Training and Career Progression