Maintenance Electrician Jobs
Maintenance Electrician jobs are open across manufacturing, commercial facilities, healthcare, utilities, and food processing, at every level from apprentice to master electrician, with specializations in PLC troubleshooting, industrial controls, and preventive maintenance programs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Title: Electrician, Maintenance
Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, we advance the power of chemistry, ensuring clean water and enabling a circular future. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture where we turn ideas into real-world impact. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.
- Inspect, maintain, monitor, repair and/or replace items such as instruments, valves, disconnects, starters, and equipment specific controls (boilers, rectifiers, etc.) to protect personnel, assure safe operation, regulatory compliance, product quality, and to keep processes running efficiently.
- Investigate, troubleshoot and correct equipment malfunctions and abnormal situations.
- Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair and reassemble equipment such as automatic valves and actuators, electric motors, instrumentation, and pneumatic systems.
- Remove and place back into service after calibrating control instrumentation such as level, flow, pressure and temperature transmitters, pH meters and process analyzers.
- Measure, cut, bend and install conduit, fittings and tubing as needed to install or repair equipment.
- Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wire, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, and lighting fixtures.
- Assist Maintenance Planner in planning and developing job specific tasks and bill of materials.
- Perform all duties with minimal supervision; complete work orders and paperwork as required.
- Comply with safety and environmental procedures and regulations and follow all plant policies.
- Maintain work areas in clean condition and perform housekeeping duties.
- Participate in safety and planning meetings as directed.
- Must be capable of working with others in a team environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associates degree or certifications for electrical training and instrumentation training from a trade school or other recognized training facility.
- Good verbal and written English communication skills, basic computer and math skills required.
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds, ascend 4+ flights of stairs, climb ladders and work in adverse conditions typical of an industrial manufacturing facility (i.e. hot/cold/rainy weather conditions, cramped or confining spaces, loud and/or dusty environments).
- Minimum 2 years of experience in chemical manufacturing preferred.
- Experience in SAP or other Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) preferred.
- Increasing your abilities and skills in various area
- Employment in a stable company with an established position in the market
- Attractive benefit package
- Great, multicultural and positive working environment
We are leading the way to sustained fair pay in the workplace. As a Fair Pay Certified company, we are taking action to enable ongoing equal pay for equal work. This certification demonstrates our commitment to using trusted and transparent methodologies to analyze pay equity. We are proud to share this achievement as part of our dedication to a fair and equitable workplace for everyone.
Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water-intensive industries. We operate globally and serve a wide range of customers including municipal and industrial water treatment companies and the fiber industry. Our solutions and services help secure clean water for millions of people every day and support our customers in advancing circularity and responsible resource use throughout their value chains. In 2025, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.8 billion with a global team of 4,911 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. www.kemira.com
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Who's Hiring
- Electrical Automation Services16E
- Walmart8

- Graham Packaging Company8

- Amentum6

- Brown and Root Industrial Services6

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Chemicals & Materials
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance electrician jobs.
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license required in the applicable state
- 3 to 5 years of industrial or commercial electrical maintenance experience
- Proficiency with PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification and familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
- Experience with three-phase power systems, motor controls, and variable frequency drives
Tips for Your Maintenance Electrician Job Search
List your certifications before skills
On your resume, place your electrician license, OSHA certifications, and any arc flash or NFPA 70E training above your skills list. Hiring managers in industrial settings screen for credentials first and scan for soft skills second.
Match your experience to the equipment
Filter openings by the equipment types you already know, such as Allen-Bradley PLCs, three-phase motors, or pneumatic systems. Applying to roles that list your specific platforms dramatically increases your callback rate over generalist applications.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists maintenance electrician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your preventive maintenance results
Replace vague claims like 'reduced downtime' with specific outcomes you can verify, such as cutting unplanned outages from weekly to monthly or extending motor service intervals. Concrete results make your resume stand out in a crowded applicant pool.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many industrial employers include a bench test or panel walkthrough before extending an offer. Practice identifying and explaining common faults on motor control circuits, conduit wiring, and lockout/tagout procedures so you're ready to demonstrate competency on the spot.
Negotiate shift differential and on-call pay separately
Base pay is rarely the only variable for maintenance roles. Before accepting an offer, ask specifically about night-shift premiums, weekend rates, and on-call compensation, since these can significantly change your total earnings depending on the facility's schedule.
Maintenance Electrician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most maintenance electricians?
The companies hiring the most maintenance electricians right now include Electrical Automation Services, Walmart, and Graham Packaging Company, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing plants, food and beverage facilities, and large commercial property managers consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many maintenance electrician jobs are remote?
About 6% of maintenance electrician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most technical roles because the work requires physical access to equipment. Remote opportunities do exist for supervisory or electrical systems planning roles, where on-site presence is less constant.
How do you become a maintenance electrician?
You become a maintenance electrician by completing a state-registered apprenticeship program that combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training under a licensed electrician. After finishing your apprenticeship hours, you sit for your state's journeyman exam. From there, gaining experience with industrial controls, PLCs, and preventive maintenance systems positions you for senior maintenance roles.
Can you get hired as a maintenance electrician with little experience?
Yes, entry-level maintenance electrician roles exist, particularly at facilities with structured training programs like automotive plants or large logistics warehouses. Employers hiring at this level typically look for a completed electrical apprenticeship or vocational certificate, basic knowledge of the National Electrical Code, and demonstrated mechanical aptitude. Being willing to work off-shifts significantly expands your options early in your career.
What does the maintenance electrician interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone screen followed by an in-person interview that includes both behavioral questions and technical scenario questions about troubleshooting faults and reading schematics. Many facilities then administer a hands-on assessment or written skills test before making an offer. Safety knowledge, including lockout/tagout and arc flash protocols, is almost always evaluated at some stage in the process.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs?
You can find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your license type, industry experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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