Maintenance Electrician

Jones-Hamilton Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones-Hamilton Co. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join our manufacturing facility.

You will troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical, mechanical, and facility systems to keep operations running smoothly. Responsibilities include electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of motors, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution, along with basic instrumentation and preventive maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Basic mechanical repair experience and aptitude.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Working knowledge of maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and pass drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including motors, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution equipment.
• Install and maintain electrical systems in accordance with NEC requirements and site safety standards.
• Diagnose electrical failures and complete repairs to reduce production interruptions.
• Maintain and update electrical maintenance records and documentation.
• Assist with instrumentation troubleshooting, control loop checks, and electrical testing.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment and systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on facility, mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase reliability and efficiency.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Communication

Independence

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification/Associate Degree in Industrial Electrical Maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical diagnostic equipment

Maintenance software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Jones-Hamilton Co. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join our team. In this critical role, you will help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our manufacturing facility by troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining electrical, mechanical, and facility systems. If you have extensive industrial electrical experience and enjoy solving complex equipment challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Requirements

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Electrician, you will be responsible for supporting plant operations by minimizing equipment downtime and maximizing reliability.

Key responsibilities include:

Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including motors, VFDs, control panels, and power distribution equipment.
• Install and maintain electrical systems in accordance with NEC requirements and site safety standards.
• Diagnose electrical failures and complete repairs to reduce production interruptions.
• Maintain and update electrical maintenance records and documentation.
• Assist with instrumentation troubleshooting, control loop checks, and electrical testing.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment and systems.

Mechanical & Facility Maintenance

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on facility, mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Conduct basic mechanical repairs on pumps, valves, gearboxes, conveyors, and related equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain facility infrastructure and address building maintenance needs in a timely manner.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all electrical safety procedures, plant policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in safety training, drills, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe work practices at all times.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with maintenance personnel, production teams, and management to coordinate maintenance activities.
• Communicate effectively to minimize disruption to plant operations.
• Support and mentor junior maintenance technicians as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a chemical manufacturing, process plant, or heavy industrial environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Basic mechanical repair experience and aptitude.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Working knowledge of maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass required drug screening.

Strong experience working with:

• 480V electrical systems
• PLCs
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Control wiring and industrial controls

Ability to read and interpret:

• Electrical schematics
• P&IDs
• Technical manuals and drawings

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification or Associate Degree in Industrial Electrical Maintenance or a related field.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing or process industry operations.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and process control systems.

Working Conditions

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to:

• Chemicals, fumes, heat, humidity, and elevated noise levels.
• Rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, on-call assignments, overtime, and PTO coverage to support 24/7 operations.
• Climbing stairs, ladders, and platforms, including heights up to 140 feet.
• Working in confined spaces and challenging physical positions.
• Standing, walking, and performing repetitive physical tasks throughout extended shifts.
• Lifting and carrying equipment and materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Wearing required PPE, including respirators, hearing protection, safety harnesses, and fall protection equipment when necessary.
• Candidates must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the position and maintain constant awareness of workplace hazards while following all established safety procedures.

Why Join Jones-Hamilton?

At Jones-Hamilton, you'll be part of a team that values safety, reliability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Your expertise will play a vital role in supporting production, maintaining critical equipment, and ensuring the success of our operations. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Jones-Hamilton Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.

This advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between Jones-Hamilton Co. and the employee and is subject to change by Jones-Hamilton Co. as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Jones-Hamilton Co. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.