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Electrician - Hopewell
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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.
$60,592 / year median in Virginia
+5% projected growth
Job Description
- Prince George, VA, USA
- Midlothian, VA, USA
- Mechanicsville, VA, USA
- Hopewell, VA 23860, USA
- Richmond, VA, USA
- Dinwiddie, VA 23841, USA
- Colonial Heights, VA 23834, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 12:00 AM AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people's lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics.
- We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being
- Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
- Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Job Responsibilities:
- Installs, maintains, and repairs utility electrical systems up to 4160 volts including circuit breakers, motor starters, protection systems, motor control centers, lighting systems, conduit, and wiring.
- Installs and maintains safety systems including emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, uninterruptible power systems, battery systems, and utility communications systems.
- Installs, repairs, replaces, and calibrates control system equipment and support systems including transmitters, pneumatic valves and valve actuators, regulators, recorders, analyzers, and other sensors.
- Installs, analyzes, maintains, and repairs control equipment that includes Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and computers.
- Assists with troubleshooting and maintenance of utility control systems including boilers, material handling (conveyors), chillers, and water treatment systems.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2 years of experience working in an industrial plant environment
- Licensed Journeyman-level electrician or successful completion of state certified apprenticeship program in utility systems, industrial plant, process plant, or power plant with motor controls and station power systems operating at a minimum of 4160 volts.
- 2 years of experience in electronic and/or pneumatic control systems repair and calibration.
Additional Qualifications:
- Knowledge of utility systems and equipment
- Ability to work an 8 hour rotating shift
- Knowledge of tools and methods necessary to troubleshoot and maintain electrical and electronic equipment
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in the electrical and instrumentation and control trades
- Knowledge of the principles of electronics
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret local, state, and national electrical codes
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and ability to comply with OSHA procedures
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, control system drawings and repair manuals
- Ability to perform basic math computations
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions The hourly rate for this position is $44.