Shop Electrician
Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is looking for a results-oriented Shop Electrician in Lyndhurst, VA. This role will be responsible for paneling and wire work for industrial refrigeration equipment within our manufacturing facility, supporting the field construction team.
Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a premier custom design build contractor for industrial refrigeration systems, providing design, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and service in-house.
Job Role: The Shop Electrician is a key member of our manufacturing team, handling installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems for refrigeration equipment. This position requires strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and the ability to read and interpret engineering schematics. The role operates on a 1st shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with alternating Saturdays. Reports to the VP of Manufacturing.
Key Duties:
- Run conduit and wiring; hook up disconnects, switches, push buttons, circuit panels, breakers, suppressors, transformers, and wire terminations
- Install, maintain, test, evaluate, and repair electrical systems including medium/high voltage automation systems and motor control circuits
- Troubleshoot wiring system layouts and circuit routing
- Operate forklifts and/or scissor lifts as required
- Read and maintain mechanical/electrical engineering drawings and schematics
- Maintain and troubleshoot PLC sensors
- Troubleshoot electrical problems on all refrigeration equipment
- Assist in general construction duties
- Safely and properly use electrical testing equipment
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in an industrial setting; Journeyman license preferred
- Experience running and bending rigid conduit (up to at least 4 inches)
- Knowledge of three-phase motors
- Experience with 480v AC motor control circuits preferred
- PLC installation and troubleshooting experience preferred
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Code
- Excellent mechanical skills required
- Must pass pre-employment and regular drug testing (safety sensitive position)
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 75 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to stand, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying conditions (heat, cold, dust, noise).
- Must have the physical stamina to perform repetitive motions and remain on feet for most of the shift.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient to operate tools accurately and safely.
Benefits:
In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a robust benefits package:
- Retirement plan; company matches dollar for dollar up to 15%
- Health insurance; company pays 75% of the premiums for employee/family
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Weekly pay
- Competitive vacation & holiday pay
- Supplemental insurance available (Aflac)
- Short-term & long-term disability coverage
- Accidental death/dismemberment coverage after one year of employment
- Life insurance coverage after one year of employment
- Employee referral incentives
- Opportunities for advancement, professional development, training opportunities, and apprenticeship programs available
- Discounts on cell phone plans, rental vehicles, and other company discounts for eligible positions
If you are driven to succeed and want to be part of a rapidly growing company at the forefront of the industry, apply today!
