Maintenance Electrician

valmont; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmont in Newberry, SC is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to safely install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems across the manufacturing facility. This role supports production operations by minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment runs safely and effectively.

The position involves working with welders, AC/DC motors, CNC equipment, generators, transformers, and other plant equipment; requires basic PLC logic knowledge and commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, drawings, manuals, and electrical codes.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, motors, wiring, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of PLC logic used in troubleshooting CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, install, and repair production machinery and electrical systems.
• Support the preventative maintenance program with inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Install and service electrical equipment including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, and motors.
• Diagnose electrical problems using schematics, blueprints, manuals, and testing devices.
• Document repairs and maintenance activities in maintenance systems.

Skills

Read electrical blueprints

Electrical systems knowledge

Basic PLC logic

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

19845 US Hwy 76 Newberry South Carolina 29108

Why Valmont

We're Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Maintenance Electrician is a highly skilled position responsible for safely installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment throughout the manufacturing facility. This position works independently to support production operations by minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring electrical systems and machinery are operating safely and effectively.

The Maintenance Electrician will work on a variety of equipment, including welders, AC/DC motors, CNC equipment, production machinery, generators, transformers, controllers, circuit breakers, electrical distribution systems, and other plant equipment. This role also supports maintenance activities, equipment installations, and emergency repairs.

Essential Functions

• Perform electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and repair on production machinery, CNC equipment, welders, AC/DC motors, and other plant equipment.
• Support the preventative maintenance program by completing scheduled inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform timely troubleshooting and repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and related electrical components.
• Diagnose electrical problems using appropriate testing equipment, schematics, blueprints, drawings, equipment manuals, and other technical documentation.
• Perform electrical installations and modifications in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local electrical codes.
• Perform calculations related to electrical loads, wiring requirements, equipment specifications, and other electrical applications.
• Use electrician hand tools, measuring devices, meters, and testing instruments to safely troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Utilize basic PLC logic to assist with troubleshooting and repairing CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with the installation and startup of new or repaired equipment.
• Communicate equipment issues, repair needs, estimated downtime, and repair status to maintenance and plant leadership.
• Document completed repairs, preventative maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment information in applicable maintenance systems.
• Develop working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems throughout the facility to support overall maintenance needs.
• Safely operate forklifts, man-lifts, cranes, and other equipment as required to perform maintenance activities.
• Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Actively participate in department and facility safety programs and demonstrate behaviors consistent with all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned by leadership and management.

Other Important Details about the Role

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and follow all company policies, procedures, and applicable electrical standards.
• Respond effectively to both planned preventive maintenance activities and unexpected equipment failures.
• Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, engineering, and plant leadership to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Be willing to continue developing mechanical and electrical maintenance knowledge across plant equipment and processes.
• Within 90 calendar days, demonstrate the ability to maintain an acceptable level of safety, productivity, quality, attendance, and job performance as determined by management.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to independently read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, drawings, equipment specifications, manufacturer manuals, and applicable electrical codes.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, motors, wiring, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of PLC logic used in troubleshooting CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.

Benefits

• Valmont offers employe