Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift

Mfg/Prod
Location:Monticello, WISalary: $83,200.00Work type: Direct Hire - Full Time
Date Posted:
Job ID: WS573646618

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrician to join the maintenance team at a fast-paced food packaging facility located south of Madison. This DIRECT HIRE position involves advanced electrical work including planning, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of plant-wide systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in industrial electrical systems, particularly within food manufacturing environments.
 

Schedule
  • Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Saturday work may be required as needed
  • On-call availability is expected for after-hours emergencies
 
Compensation
  • $38.00+ per hour, with consideration of experience level
  • Full benefits package included
 
Responsibilities
  • Plan, install, and maintain 3-phase power distribution, motor control centers, and plant-wide electrical systems
  • Lead troubleshooting and upgrades on high-speed production and packaging equipment
  • Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and ensure proper circuit protection across plant systems
  • Specify, program, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and automation components in collaboration with controls and automation teams
  • Coordinate with QA, Sanitation, and Production to minimize impact on food safety and production schedules
  • Conduct root cause analysis for electrical failures and implement long-term corrective actions
 
Qualifications
  • Valid Master Electrician License
  • Minimum 7 years of industrial electrical experience
  • Strong understanding of electrical theory, NEC, NFPA 70E, and industrial safety standards
  • Proven experience with 480V 3-phase systems, motor control centers, control panels, and motor circuits
  • Proficiency in reading and updating electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and one-line diagrams
  • Working knowledge of PLC programming, VFD tuning, and industrial networking is a plus
  • Capable of performing electrical calculations and specifying proper electrical equipment for food-grade environments
  • Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

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