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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$61,968 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Dynomax Inc., a precision manufacturing leader serving aerospace, defense, and industrial markets, is seeking an Industrial Electrician. In this role, you'll install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems for CNC machines, molding presses, tooling, and automated assembly equipment. You will read schematics, diagnose PLC and motor control issues, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, and safety standards. Working on-site with cross-functional teams, you'll support continuous improvement, new equipment installations, and line startups in a clean, high-tech, and growth-focused environment. Responsibilities Install, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, controls, and machinery in a manufacturing environment Perform preventive maintenance on CNC machines, molding equipment, and assembly systems to minimize downtime Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation Diagnose PLC, motor control, and automation issues and perform corrective actions Ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, and company safety standards Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to support continuous improvement Document work performed, parts used, and maintenance records in CMMS or similar systems Support equipment upgrades, installations, and new production line startups Required Skills Industrial electrical troubleshooting Reading electrical schematics PLC diagnostics Motor controls and VFDs Preventive maintenance CNC machine electrical systems Automation and controls Lockout/Tagout procedures Use of multimeters and test equipment CMMS or maintenance documentation