Senior Industrial Electrician - 480V Systems & Controls

Amentum; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a 1st shift Industrial Electrician III at Mossville Tech Center. Typical hours are 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday; hours may vary with demand.

The role provides preventive and corrective maintenance on facility electrical and mechanical equipment in an industrial environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma and at least three years as a maintenance electrician in an industrial setting, with the ability to install conduit, terminate wiring,

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a maintenance electrician in an industrial environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to work at heights up to 30 feet in aerial lifts or scissor lifts.
• Pre-employment substance abuse test required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs electrical equipment up to 480-volt 3 phase and facility systems.
• Runs conduit and terminates wiring per job specifications.
• Follows National Electric Code (NEC) and uses CMMS for maintenance tracking.
• Responds to work orders with safety and code compliance.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical schematics

Conduit installation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

VFDs

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Amentum is seeking a 1st shift Industrial Electrician III in Mossville Tech Center. Typical work hours are 6:00 AM -4:30 PM M-Th or T-F; hours may vary based on business demand.

This electrical maintenance technician is responsible for providing an intermediate level of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventive maintenance on the facility electrical equipment in an industrial, large commercial, or logistics distribution environment.

This maintenance electrician is responsible for providing an intermediate level of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventive and corrective maintenance on the facility electrical and mechanical equipment.

Must have the ability to install conduit and terminate wiring, diagnose and troubleshoot all electrical equipment and systems including, but not limited to, motors, drives, low voltage controls, lighting, PLC’s, HVAC, Chiller, etc. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication.

The Industrial Electrician III must have the ability to identify and correct any safety-related issues and perform independent equipment evaluations to identify potential equipment failures. General Maintenance of equipment will also be required.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs electrical equipment up to 480-volt 3 phase and facility systems such as RTU, doors, lighting, VFDs and motors circuits.
• Runs conduit and terminates wire according to job specified
• Working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC)
• Utilizes the building automation system to track building conditions and the operation of facilities equipment.
• Utilizes strong electrical and mechanical skills to complete assignments.
• Performs preventive maintenance on industrial electrical control and operating systems as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Responds and provides service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance to codes, regulations and industry standards.
• Recommends measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
• Understands company policies and enforces safety regulations.
• Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tagout procedures and wearing PPE as required.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, such as area personal fans, thermostats for gas and electric heaters, reset of buss bars and disconnects, etc
• Troubleshooting of electrical components such as, but not limited to PLC’s, AC & DC drives, relay logic, single loop controllers, pneumatics & hydraulics
• Operates various measuring, diagnostic and electrical testing instruments to help provide energy efficiency solutions.
• Electrical system components - MCC’s, inverters, motors, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics/prints, updating electrical prints/schematics assigned for modification
• Operates a variety of equipment such as hand tools, laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work.
• Maintains a strict schedule in order to be successful in the assignment yet demonstrates flexibility in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer.
• Math skills to include Arithmetic, Application of formulas such as current, voltage, etc., Conversion of measurement units
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• Three years of experience as a maintenance electrician in an industrial environment or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have the ability to work in an aerial lift or scissor lift at heights up to 30 feet or higher.

Additional Information:

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position may require a valid Driver’s License.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
• This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
• Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.
• Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.

• Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.
• Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.
  

Special Requirements:

• Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working safely with 480V 3 phase circuits.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial lighting systems.
• Experience making repairs on rubber production or similar equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electric motors and motor controls.
• Experience troubleshooting VFD’s.
• Experience working with a PC-based work order opening, closing and time reporting system.

Other Attributes:

• Must be willing to work overtime when required. May be required to work holidays and weekends.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation Details:

$35-$45/hour

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

08/28/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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