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WizeHire, Inc

Maintenance Electrician

WizeHire, Inc, Springfield, Illinois, us, 62777

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JUMPSTART, ADVANCE, AND LOVE YOUR CAREER WITH SMSI

At SMSI, we believe in our employees. With above-average pay, extensive benefits, vocational training, and a family-based atmosphere, we are always looking for people seeking to improve themselves. Together, our team strives to perform the best service possible for customers. We thrive on challenges and believe in fair compensation for dedication, detail, and professionalism. Apply today to find out how you can become a part of our team.

This position will be based in one of our Springfield facilities.

Benefits

Medical

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Responsibilities

Inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems, components, and related equipment according to safety codes.

Analyze and repair motor and control systems commonly utilized in industrial and commercial settings.

Execute preventive maintenance activities on electrical wiring and systems.

Comprehend electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.

Exercise problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to solve problems.

Install, program, and repair VFDs, soft starts, transformers, and motors, and panelboards.

Stretch and run wire, conduit, and other materials of varying sizes.

Connect motors and transformers.

This position is safety sensitive.

Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

Strong troubleshooting skills with a bias toward permanent fixes

Willingness to work within a dispatcher-driven, priority-based maintenance system

Comfortable with work orders, documentation, and shift handoffs

Safety-first mindset (LOTO, hot work, confined space as applicable)

Team-oriented approach working with Operations, Engineering, and Reliability

Qualifications

5–10+ years industrial electrical experience

Strong troubleshooting of 480V / 240V / 120V systems

VFD setup, fault diagnostics, and parameter checks

Sensors, photo eyes, encoders, thermocouples

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) proficiency

NFPA 70E awareness and safe electrical work practices

Preferred Skills

I/O troubleshooting and basic ladder logic understanding

Experience with legacy equipment and undocumented systems

Controls support for calenders, cutters, presses, and material handling equipment

Ability to troubleshoot intermittent faults under production pressure

Compensation $27 - $40+ hourly DOE

About SMSI SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI offers lots of room to grow in a fast-paced company. We have been serving commercial and industrial markets for 30 years.

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