Maintenance Electrician

General Shale; Henderson (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Red River Brick, a premier brand of the General Shale network, is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to support our Henderson, Texas manufacturing facility. This role is critical to maintaining plant reliability through electrical, PLC, and automation system maintenance.

The Maintenance Electrician will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and PLC-controlled systems while supporting safe operations, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Five years of electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of PLCs strongly desired.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, PLC-controlled, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to learn full plant operations in a reasonable timeframe and follow detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems plant-wide
• Maintain and update electrical prints and ensure secure copies of PLC programs are stored in both the electrical shop and main office
• Manage inventory and maintain adequate supply of electrical parts
• Perform mechanical repairs and fabrication as needed
• Design and create electrical control systems when required
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area at all times
• Take on additional assignments as needed to support plant operations

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training

Electrical and PLC training

Job description

Red River Brick, a premier brand of the General Shale network in the Southwest U.S., is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to support plant operations at our Henderson, Texas manufacturing facility. This role is critical to maintaining plant reliability through electrical, PLC, and automation system maintenance.

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical and PLC-controlled systems throughout the plant. This position supports safe operations, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with maintenance and production teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems plant-wide

Maintain and update electrical prints and ensure secure copies of all PLC programs are stored in both the electrical shop and main office

Manage inventory and maintain adequate supply of electrical parts

Perform mechanical repairs and fabrication as needed

Design and create electrical control systems when required

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area at all times

Take on additional assignments as needed to support plant operations

Education:

High school diploma or GED required

Post-secondary technical training or equivalent preferred

Electrical and PLC training preferred

Experience:

Five (5) years of electrical maintenance experience preferred

Working knowledge of PLCs strongly desired

Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, PLC-controlled, and automated manufacturing equipment

Skills:

Strong communication skills with internal teams and external customers

Ability to learn full plant operations in a reasonable timeframe and follow detailed instructions

Excellent attendance and reliability

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Commitment to a zero-harm, safety-first workplace

Work Schedule:

• Approximately 50 hours per week
• Flexibility to work any shift and hours based on operational needs

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Vacation plans

Stable employment with a leading manufacturer in the masonry industry

Safety-focused, professional, and collaborative work environment

Learn more about Red River Brick and General Shale’s innovative brick and masonry solutions for commercial and residential structures at generalshale.com.

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