Job Title: Industrial Production Maintenance Electrician

Department: Maintenance

Position Summary

The Industrial Production Maintenance Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment used in a high-volume manufacturing or production environment. This role focuses on minimizing downtime, ensuring safe operation of equipment, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues on industrial production equipment, including PLC-controlled machinery, conveyors, and process systems
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems such as motors, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, relays, contactors, and control panels
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical manuals
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on electrical systems to improve reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
• Assist with equipment upgrades, retrofits, and new equipment installations
• Support troubleshooting efforts during production downtime, including nights, weekends, or on-call rotations as required
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, and company safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage in the CMMS system
• Collaborate with maintenance mechanics, engineers, and operations personnel to resolve equipment issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as an industrial maintenance electrician in a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including:
  • 480V / 3-phase power
  • Control circuits
  • PLC I/O and basic troubleshooting
  • VFDs and motor controls
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
• Working knowledge of electrical safety standards and best practices
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work overtime, off-shift hours, and on-call as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with metal fabrication equipment (punches, presses, brakes)
• Experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
• Experience in continuous-process manufacturing
• CMMS experience
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in industrial environments with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and moving machinery

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing facility
• Exposure to energized electrical equipment and moving machinery
• Required use of PPE

Core Competencies

• Electrical troubleshooting
• Safety awareness
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Team collaboration
• Reliability and accountability

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5.0 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.   

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion. 

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 

• Customer Focus 

• Operational Excellence 

• High-Performance Culture 

• Innovation 

• Financial Strength 

OUR BEHAVIORS 

• Own It 

• Act With Urgency 

• Foster a Customer-First Mindset 

• Think Big and Execute 

• Lead by Example 

• Drive Continuous Improvement 

• Learn and Seek Out Development 

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join at vertivco.com

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, O, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.