Job Description
Job Description
HiFyve is hiring an Industrial Electrician / Maintenance Electrician in the Manufacturing industry in St. Louis, MO!
Pay: $35-45/hr
Shift: Day shift with occasional weekend or OT and rotating on-call (with on-call pay) about 1 week per month
Location: St. Louis, MO
This role is responsible for keeping industrial equipment operating at peak performance by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems in a manufacturing environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable production while supporting maintenance, upgrades, and continuous improvement efforts.
Job Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment
- Diagnose issues with motors, VFDs, PLC I/O, sensors, MCCs, and control panels
- Install, repair, and modify wiring, conduit, cable trays, and electrical components
- Maintain and troubleshoot single- and three-phase power systems (120/240/480V)
- Service motors, starters, relays, contactors, overloads, and MCCs
- Troubleshoot sensors and devices (photoeyes, prox switches, encoders, etc.)
- Support PLC troubleshooting (I/O verification and basic logic; no programming required)
- Set up and maintain VFDs and soft starters (parameters, diagnostics, replacements)
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance (thermal checks, inspections, cleaning)
- Document work orders, root cause analysis, and corrective actions in CMMS
- Coordinate with operations to schedule downtime and ensure safe equipment startup
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Respond to emergency repairs and support on-call needs
Safety & Compliance
- Follow NFPA 70E, NEC, and LOTO safety standards
- Use proper PPE and adhere to arc-flash safety procedures
- Maintain compliance with all plant safety policies and procedures
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Electrical trade school or apprenticeship preferred
- Journeyman Electrician license (preferred)
- OSHA 10/30 certification (preferred)
- 3–5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
- Experience working in manufacturing or production environments
Technical Skills
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic
- Strong troubleshooting skills for industrial controls and electrical systems
- Experience with multimeters, clamp meters, meggers, and power monitoring tools
- Working knowledge of VFDs, motor controls, and automation systems
- Understanding of NFPA 70E, LOTO, and safe energized work practices
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word)
Core Competencies
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Effective communication across teams and shifts
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage downtime efficiently
- Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic
- Organized, detail-oriented, and safety-focused
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Hands-on role on the production floor
- Manufacturing environment with dust, noise, heat, and no A/C
- Work around energized equipment, moving machinery, and elevated platforms
- Frequent standing, walking, climbing, and use of tools
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform fine motor tasks