Job Description

Maintenance Electrician. 

Location 

Sheet Metal Fabrication Facility 

Job Summary 

The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and installation of electrical equipment including automation systems used in sheet metal processing and fabrications operations. This role supports continuous production by ensuring plant electrical equipment, distribution, and control circuits operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Electrical & Controls Maintenance 

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical and limited mechanical systems, including:  
• Diagnoses and resolve electrical and controls related issues. 
• Perform electrical work in accordance with OSHA and plant safety standards. 
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Automation & PLC Support 

• Assist with startup, commissioning, and testing of new or upgraded equipment. 
• Interpret electrical schematics and control system documentation.
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Preventive & Predictive Maintenance 

• Execute preventive maintenance tasks on electrical equipment. 
• Identify repeat failures and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability. 
• Assist with root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment and process failures. 
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Continuous Improvement & Projects 

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve safety and productivity. 

• Support electrical projects, including upgrades and retrofits.

   

   

Documentation & Compliance 

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and updates in the CMMS. 
• Ensure compliance with all plant safety, environmental, and quality policies. 

• Support lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures. 

   

Required Qualifications 

Education & Experience 

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical certification electrical technology preferred. 

• 3–7 years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing facility

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Technical Skills 

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems. 

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings. 

   

Safety & Compliance 

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and electrical safety standards. 

   

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in sheet metal fabrication processes  
• PLC programming experience  

• Experience with robotic systems  

   

Physical & Work Environment Requirements 

• Ability to work rotating shifts and weekends 
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods

   

Key Competencies 

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• Effective communication with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams 

High attention to safety and detail 

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
• Promote Transparent & Open Communication

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.  With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. 

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 [email protected]. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

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, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.