Sr. Electrician

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Gabbs (NV); On-site; USD 53,723 - 76,515; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription Drug

Vision

Wellness Programs

401(k) with Company matching

Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking a Senior Electrician to install, maintain, and repair complex electrical systems in mining environments. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience, proficiency in electrical codes, and the ability to troubleshoot critical electrical issues. Responsibilities include leading projects, ensuring safety compliance, and effectively supervising junior electricians. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of $47.27 and comprehensive benefits including medical, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Understanding of electrical code and installation procedures.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in electrical work.
• Ability to read electrical blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical systems in mining.
• Supervise junior electricians as needed.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations.

Skills

Electrical code knowledge

Critical thinking

Troubleshooting

Familiarity with safety in electrical field

Basic welding and fabrication

Education

Journeyman Electrician card

4+ years as Industrial Electrician

Tools

Hand tools

PLC systems knowledge

Job description

Responsibilities

A senior electrician in mining is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing complex electrical systems and equipment in mines, which includes a focus on troubleshooting, safety, and potentially leading projects. May act as a lead worker, supervising junior electricians or contributing to the design and implementation of new electrical systems. Key duties involve working on heavy machinery, power distribution, and safety systems, often in challenging and hazardous environments like those found underground or in surface operations. This role requires strong problem‑solving skills, electrical knowledge, physical endurance, and the ability to work in tight spaces and varied conditions.

Job Requirements

• Must have reasonable knowledge of electrical code and installation procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical malfunctions in various systems and equipment, from surface mines to underground operations.
• Excellent critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are essential for identifying and fixing issues in complex systems.
• Previous experience in 2400V; 480 – 3 phase motor controls and system operation.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and programming.
• Able to read electrical blueprints.
• Hold a Journeymen Electrician card preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 4 years of experience as an Industrial Electrician or 12 months as an Electrician A at Gabbs mine.
• Troubleshoot effectively with a minimum of supervision.
• Applicants are required to furnish their own hand tools.
• Experience in mining is helpful.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with all aspects of safety in the electrical field.
• Capable of working with a minimum of supervision.
• All work described above to be done in an efficient and workman‑like manner.
• Any knowledge of welding and fabrication is a plus but not required.
• Ensure all work is done safely and in compliance with strict mining regulations and standards, which may include working with specialized safety equipment.
• Applicant is responsible for the housekeeping and cleanup around his work area.
• Additional duties are required as assigned by management.

Salary and Benefits

We are excited to share the base hourly rate for this position is $47.27/hr. Condition and terms of employment and benefits are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.