Maintenance Electrician Jobs in North Carolina
Maintenance Electrician jobs in North Carolina are consistently active across manufacturing, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and large commercial facilities, with openings at every level from entry-level apprentice to senior industrial electrician. Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro account for the heaviest hiring volume, and established employers like Honeywell, Tyson Foods, and Freightliner Trucks maintain ongoing demand for licensed electricians throughout the state. PLC troubleshooting, industrial controls, and preventive maintenance programs are the most in-demand specialties across North Carolina facilities. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Electrical Maintenance Technician / Controls Technician
Location: Bostic, NC | On-site
Company: TMG & Haartz Solutions
About the Opportunity
TMG & Haartz Solutions is building a new advanced manufacturing operation in Bostic, NC, and we are looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician / Controls Technician to join us during this exciting early stage.
As one of our first key maintenance hires, you will have the opportunity to do more than maintain equipment, you will help build the maintenance program, establish best practices, improve equipment reliability, and help shape the future of the facility.
This is a hands-on role for an experienced electrical and controls professional who enjoys troubleshooting, solving problems, and working closely with engineering and production. As the operation grows, this position offers the opportunity for increased technical responsibility and future leadership growth.
What You’ll Do
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems, controls, and production equipment.
- Identify root causes of electrical and equipment failures using voltmeters, test equipment, and diagnostic tools.
- Install, maintain, and repair motors, VFDs/drives, relays, sensors, contactors, transformers, lighting, and other electrical components.
- Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and assist with controls and automation-related issues.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, panel layouts, and technical manuals.
- Troubleshoot control panels, instrumentation, safety circuits, and industrial automation systems.
- Specify, size, and recommend electrical components and replacement equipment.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Partner with engineering and production teams on equipment improvements, upgrades, installations, and troubleshooting.
- Use CMMS and computer-based systems to document work orders, repairs, troubleshooting activities, and equipment history.
- Support maintenance planning, equipment reliability initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Help establish maintenance procedures, technical standards, and best practices as the facility grows.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less-experienced maintenance team members.
- Follow all safety, environmental, quality, and company requirements.
- Support production needs, including occasional off-shift, weekend, or emergency maintenance when required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking ForRequired Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 5–7+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical and controls systems.
- Ability to independently diagnose electrical and equipment problems.
- Experience using voltmeters and other electrical diagnostic equipment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to read and understand electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
- Experience with industrial automation and controls.
- Experience with CMMS or computerized maintenance systems.
- Experience with VFDs/drives, motors, sensors, relays/contactors, transformers, control circuits, and industrial power distribution.
- Experience specifying, sizing, and selecting electrical components.
- Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other maintenance personnel.
What Makes This Opportunity Different
This is an opportunity to join a new manufacturing operation early in its development and have a direct impact on how maintenance is performed as the facility grows.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Help build maintenance processes and best practices from the ground up.
- Work directly with engineering, production, and plant leadership.
- Take ownership of electrical and controls troubleshooting.
- Contribute to equipment reliability and continuous improvement.
- Expand your technical skills as new equipment and systems are introduced.
- Grow into additional technical or leadership responsibilities as the operation expands.
We are looking for someone who is hands-on, dependable, technically strong, and willing to take ownership, someone who sees a problem and wants to figure out how to fix it.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- This is an on-site manufacturing position in Bostic, NC.
- Regularly stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach.
- Ability to work from ladders and at elevated heights.
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Work around industrial machinery, electrical systems, moving equipment, noise, heat, humidity, and varying temperatures.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all plant safety procedures.
Our Core Values
TMG & Haartz Solutions operates in alignment with the Haartz CARES values:
Collaboration | Appreciation | Respect | Enthusiasm | Service
We expect every employee to demonstrate these values through the way they work, communicate, solve problems, and support their team.
Join Us
If you are an experienced electrical maintenance or controls professional looking for an opportunity to help build something new, make an impact from day one, and grow with a developing manufacturing operation, we would like to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What are your salary expectations?
- Are you able to travel to Portugal for training?
Location:
- Bostic, NC 28018 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Bostic, NC 28018 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance electrician jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina Electrical Contractor License or journeyman electrician certification recognized in North Carolina
- Three or more years of industrial or commercial electrical maintenance experience
- Proficiency in reading electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
- Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs and automated control systems
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call schedules in a manufacturing environment
Maintenance Electrician Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance electrician in North Carolina?
Becoming a maintenance electrician in North Carolina starts with completing an apprenticeship or an associate degree in electrical technology, then applying for a journeyman electrician license through the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors, which administers the required written exam. Many candidates enter through union apprenticeships with IBEW locals or through employer-sponsored programs at large manufacturing sites across the state.
Which companies hire maintenance electricians in North Carolina?
Companies currently hiring maintenance electricians in North Carolina include Leggett & Platt, CBRE, and Novolex, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, food processing plants, and automotive suppliers means large industrial facilities across the Piedmont Triad and Charlotte metro are among the most consistent sources of open roles.
Which North Carolina cities have the most maintenance electrician jobs?
Monroe, Charlotte, and Bostic have the most maintenance electrician openings in North Carolina. Charlotte's large manufacturing and logistics base drives its volume, Raleigh's research and pharmaceutical campuses support steady demand in the Triangle, and Greensboro's food processing and distribution facilities keep the Piedmont Triad consistently active for industrial electricians.
Are there remote maintenance electrician jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of maintenance electrician openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The small share of remote work typically involves electrical design review, technical documentation, or remote diagnostics for facilities teams rather than traditional on-site maintenance duties.
How can I get hired as a maintenance electrician in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a registered apprenticeship through an IBEW local in Charlotte, Raleigh, or Greensboro, which combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Large North Carolina manufacturers like food processing and automotive plants also hire electrical helpers and maintenance technician trainees as entry points. Completing an associate degree in electrical technology from a North Carolina community college and earning your Electrical Apprentice registration with the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors gives candidates a clear edge over those with no credentials.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current North Carolina openings updated in real time. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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