Industrial Electrician

About the role

Gerdau is hiring an Industrial Electrician in Cartersville, Georgia, to keep its steel mill plant running safely and efficiently. The role covers electrical maintenance, troubleshooting and repair across a wide range of industrial systems, in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic systems
• Diagnose issues with AC/DC motors, PLCs, drives and high-voltage systems (up to 480V)
• Perform routine rounds to identify abnormalities and ensure equipment operates within specification
• Maintain and repair cranes, mobile equipment, PLC networks, pumps, motors and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Lay out, install and maintain electronically controlled equipment such as rolling mill loop controls, programmable sequences and distribution centers
• Balance loads, wire complex circuits and interpret schematics and blueprints
• Use diagnostic tools such as digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes and multimeters
• Document work performed and support maintenance and production teams

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to pass a Ramsey electrical exam
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and blueprint reading
• Comfortable working at heights
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (days, nights and two weekends per month)

Required skills

• Strong industrial electrical maintenance skills, including PLC and drives experience
• Basic PLC programming knowledge for troubleshooting

What we offer

• Paid at $37.08 per hour plus premium pay, 354 hours of annual overtime and weekly bonuses, with potential earnings of $100k+
• Medical, dental and vision coverage effective day one, health and dependent care, FSA and HSAA
• Paid parental leave and 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
• Life and AD&D insurance, tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs
• Career development, training and advancement opportunities