Maintenance Electrician, Refineries

GFL Environmental Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks

Medical plan options + HSA

401(k) with employer match

Work boot reimbursement

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GFL Environmental Services is seeking an experienced industrial electrician to maintain electrical distribution, motors, and MCCs within a refinery environment to support safe, reliable operations.

You will configure, commission, and troubleshoot instruments (pressure/level transmitters, flow meters) and electrical equipment, including VFDs and interfaces, while documenting work and ensuring compliance with OSHA and PSM standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of industrial electrical distribution and motor controls.
• Experience configuring, commissioning and troubleshooting pressure/level transmitters and flow meters.
• Familiarity with safe electrical work practices and documentation.
• API/ASME code familiarity and inspection/quality certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Configure, commission, and troubleshoot instruments (pressure/level transmitters, flow meters).
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and controls (MCCs, motors).
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Support installations and upgrades (e.g., VFDs and instrumentation interfaces).
• Document work and ensure compliance with safe electrical practices.
• Adhere to OSHA 29 CFR 1910, PSM (29 CFR 1910.119), MOC and environmental programs.

Skills

Industrial electrical distribution

Motor controls

Troubleshooting instrumentation

Safe electrical practices

Code familiarity

Education

Journeyman-level training/licensure

Job description

Maintains electrical distribution, motors, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), and related systems in a refinery environment to support safe, reliable operations.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

• 3 weeks PTO annually
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Work boot reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, commission, and troubleshoot instruments such as pressure transmitters, level transmitters, flow meters, etc.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and controls.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Support installations and upgrades, including Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and instrumentation interfaces.
• Document work and ensure compliance with safe electrical practices.
• Adhere to regulatory expectations including OSHA 29 CFR 1910 standards, Process Safety Management (PSM) (29 CFR 1910.119), Management of Change (MOC), and environmental compliance programs.

Knowledge, Skills And Competencies

Knowledge & Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical distribution, motor controls, and maintenance practices.
• Proficiency in configuring, commissioning, and troubleshooting instruments (pressure/level transmitters, flow meters, etc.) as well as electrical equipment and controls (MCCs, motors, etc.).
• Familiarity with safe electrical work practices and documentation.
• API/ASME code familiarity and inspection/quality certifications (Preferred).

Behavioral Competencies

• Safety mindset
• Strong communication
• Problem-solving and technical troubleshooting
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures

Qualifications And Requirements

• Education / Degree / Licensing / Certifications (as required): Journeyman-level training/licensure as applicable.
• Minimum Years of Relevant Experience: Typically 3–7 years industrial electrical experience.
• Specific Requirements (e.g. Training, Systems or Technology): None explicitly listed.
• Other or Preferred (as applicable): Prior refinery, chemical, terminal, or continuous-process manufacturing experience.

Success Criteria / Key Metrics

• Electrical System Reliability/Uptime
• Compliance with Electrical Safety Standards

Direct Report and Leadership Scope

(if applicable)

Direct Reports (positions Reporting Directly To This Role)

• None

Indirect reports

(positions reporting through another leader within this role’s broader scope of responsibility).

Key Internal And External Partners

• Internal: Maintenance Supervisor, Operations, Instrument Technicians.
• External: None explicitly listed.

Physical Demands

• Ability to climb stairs/tanks, work at heights, read gauges/displays, respond to alarms, and work safely in PPE.
• Extended standing/walking and occasional lifting are typical.

Working Conditions & Travel

• Industrial refinery environment with exposure to noise, heat, weather, and chemicals; office work as applicable.
• Full-time; schedule varies by facility needs; may include on-call support as required.
• Minimal Travel; occasional travel for training or meetings may be required.

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About GFL Environmental Services

GFL Environmental Services is your true one-stop provider across North America, specializing in liquid waste and soil remediation services. We focus on delivering specialized environmental solutions across a broad range of industries. Driven by an uncompromising commitment to safety, we aspire to become North America’s leading Environmental Services provider. Our vision is to be Green For Life — it’s at the core of our business strategy and central to every service we provide. We bring this vision to life by offering accessible, sustainable environmental solutions for our customers and the communities we serve.

To learn more about GFL Environmental Services, visit: gesi.gflenv.com

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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