Entry Level Maintenance Electrician Jobs
New grad maintenance electrician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Automotive, Chemicals & Materials, and Manufacturing, with employers like Heidelberg Materials, Optum, and AmerCable hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.
A Brief Summary Of This Position
The Maintenance Electrician is a highly skilled position responsible for safely installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment throughout the manufacturing facility. This position works independently to support production operations by minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring electrical systems and machinery are operating safely and effectively. The Maintenance Electrician will work on a variety of equipment, including welders, AC/DC motors, CNC equipment, production machinery, generators, transformers, controllers, circuit breakers, electrical distribution systems, and other plant equipment. This role also supports maintenance activities, equipment installations, and emergency repairs.
Essential Functions
- Perform electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and repair on production machinery, CNC equipment, welders, AC/DC motors, and other plant equipment.
- Support the preventative maintenance program by completing scheduled inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform timely troubleshooting and repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and related electrical components.
- Diagnose electrical problems using appropriate testing equipment, schematics, blueprints, drawings, equipment manuals, and other technical documentation.
- Perform electrical installations and modifications in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local electrical codes.
- Perform calculations related to electrical loads, wiring requirements, equipment specifications, and other electrical applications.
- Use electrician hand tools, measuring devices, meters, and testing instruments to safely troubleshoot and repair equipment.
- Utilize basic PLC logic to assist with troubleshooting and repairing CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Assist with the installation and startup of new or repaired equipment.
- Communicate equipment issues, repair needs, estimated downtime, and repair status to maintenance and plant leadership.
- Document completed repairs, preventative maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment information in applicable maintenance systems.
- Develop working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems throughout the facility to support overall maintenance needs.
- Safely operate forklifts, man-lifts, cranes, and other equipment as required to perform maintenance activities.
- Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
- Actively participate in department and facility safety programs and demonstrate behaviors consistent with all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties assigned by leadership and management.
Other Important Details About The Role
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and follow all company policies, procedures, and applicable electrical standards.
- Respond effectively to both planned preventative maintenance activities and unexpected equipment failures.
- Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, engineering, and plant leadership to resolve equipment issues.
- Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities and repairs.
- Be willing to continue developing mechanical and electrical maintenance knowledge across plant equipment and processes.
- Within 90 calendar days, demonstrate the ability to maintain an acceptable level of safety, productivity, quality, attendance, and job performance as determined by management.
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Ability to independently read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, drawings, equipment specifications, manufacturer manuals, and applicable electrical codes.
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, motors, wiring, and industrial electrical equipment.
- Basic knowledge of PLC logic used in troubleshooting CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.
Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
- Work Life Support
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
- Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.
LOCATION
19845 US Hwy 76
Newberry South Carolina 29108
INTRODUCTION
We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.
A Brief Summary Of This Position
The Maintenance Electrician is a highly skilled position responsible for safely installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment throughout the manufacturing facility. This position works independently to support production operations by minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring electrical systems and machinery are operating safely and effectively. The Maintenance Electrician will work on a variety of equipment, including welders, AC/DC motors, CNC equipment, production machinery, generators, transformers, controllers, circuit breakers, electrical distribution systems, and other plant equipment. This role also supports maintenance activities, equipment installations, and emergency repairs.
Essential Functions
- Perform electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and repair on production machinery, CNC equipment, welders, AC/DC motors, and other plant equipment.
- Support the preventative maintenance program by completing scheduled inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform timely troubleshooting and repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and related electrical components.
- Diagnose electrical problems using appropriate testing equipment, schematics, blueprints, drawings, equipment manuals, and other technical documentation.
- Perform electrical installations and modifications in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local electrical codes.
- Perform calculations related to electrical loads, wiring requirements, equipment specifications, and other electrical applications.
- Use electrician hand tools, measuring devices, meters, and testing instruments to safely troubleshoot and repair equipment.
- Utilize basic PLC logic to assist with troubleshooting and repairing CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Assist with the installation and startup of new or repaired equipment.
- Communicate equipment issues, repair needs, estimated downtime, and repair status to maintenance and plant leadership.
- Document completed repairs, preventative maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment information in applicable maintenance systems.
- Develop working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems throughout the facility to support overall maintenance needs.
- Safely operate forklifts, man-lifts, cranes, and other equipment as required to perform maintenance activities.
- Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
- Actively participate in department and facility safety programs and demonstrate behaviors consistent with all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties assigned by leadership and management.
Other Important Details About The Role
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and follow all company policies, procedures, and applicable electrical standards.
- Respond effectively to both planned preventative maintenance activities and unexpected equipment failures.
- Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, engineering, and plant leadership to resolve equipment issues.
- Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities and repairs.
- Be willing to continue developing mechanical and electrical maintenance knowledge across plant equipment and processes.
- Within 90 calendar days, demonstrate the ability to maintain an acceptable level of safety, productivity, quality, attendance, and job performance as determined by management.
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Ability to independently read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, drawings, equipment specifications, manufacturer manuals, and applicable electrical codes.
- Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, motors, wiring, and industrial electrical equipment.
- Basic knowledge of PLC logic used in troubleshooting CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.
Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
- Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
- Work Life Support
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
- Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.
LOCATION
19845 US Hwy 76
Newberry South Carolina 29108
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Entry Level Maintenance Electrician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level maintenance electrician job?
Start by completing a trade program, apprenticeship, or vocational certification that gives you hands-on electrical fundamentals. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate basic troubleshooting, knowledge of electrical codes, and a willingness to learn on the job. A completed internship, co-op, or even a documented personal project can set you apart from other entry level applicants.
Which companies hire entry level maintenance electricians?
Companies hiring entry level maintenance electricians right now include Heidelberg Materials, Optum, and AmerCable, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, manufacturing plants, facilities management firms, and large commercial property operators tend to post the most openings for candidates just starting out.
Are there remote entry level maintenance electrician jobs?
Yes, though most maintenance electrician work is hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level maintenance electrician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve coordination, inspection scheduling, or technical support functions rather than direct electrical work.
Are these new grad maintenance electrician jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior maintenance electrician roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats completed internships, apprenticeships, or a strong portfolio of hands-on work as equivalent to full-time job history, making them a realistic starting point for candidates entering the trade.
Which industries hire the most entry level maintenance electricians?
Entry Level maintenance electrician roles concentrate in Automotive, Chemicals & Materials, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because their facilities require ongoing electrical upkeep, giving new candidates structured environments to build foundational skills under experienced supervision.