Electrician
Zekelman Industries · Chicago, IL
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- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- Chicago, IL
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Job highlights
- Maintain and repair electrical systems on production equipment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults in manufacturing.
- Read schematics and interpret technical manuals.
- Adhere to safety procedures and LOTO compliance.
- Full-time role with competitive pay and benefits.
About the role
Electrician - Atlas Tube
Zekelman Industries, a leader in steel pipe and tube manufacturing, is seeking a skilled Electrician for their Atlas Tube facility in Chicago. Join a family of companies with a legacy dating back to 1877 and contribute to building the world around us.
About The Role
As an Electrician at Zekelman Industries – Atlas Tube in Chicago, you will play a critical role in maintaining and repairing tube mill production equipment to ensure maximum uptime, product quality, and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Shift Manager. This role is ideal for someone with strong electrical aptitude, troubleshooting expertise, and a proactive mindset. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy solving problems, working hands-on in a fast-paced environment, and contributing to a safety-first culture.
Shift: 11p-7a or 3p-11p
Pay: $29.33 – $32.97/hour + Production Incentive
What You’ll Do
- Maintains electrical systems on production equipment following all defined safety procedures, including LOTO compliance.
- Ensures guards and safety devices are installed and functioning before equipment is turned over to operations.
- Monitors and inspects equipment using both manual and computerized maintenance systems.
- Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and manuals to perform effective troubleshooting and repairs.
- Uses hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes, measuring devices, and testing equipment to perform electrical tasks.
- Troubleshoots process and equipment problems, accurately identifying and resolving electrical faults.
- Executes breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, and electrical changeovers on production lines.
- Maintains clean, audit-ready work areas after completing electrical tasks.
- Provides guidance to co-workers and communicates effectively with team members.
- Reports unresolved safety, quality, or production issues to supervisor promptly.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Who You Are
- Journeyman card, Associate’s Degree, or equivalent required (military service considered equivalent to 2-year degree).
- 2+ years of electrical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Experience in tube mill or steel manufacturing preferred.
- Skilled in reading schematics, using diagnostic tools, and following maintenance documentation.
- Capable of basic math and using measuring equipment accurately.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and listening skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, climbing, and stooping.
- Proficient in basic computer usage.
- Maintains regular, full-time onsite attendance per posted schedule.
- Leads and promotes safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and company policy.
Physical Abilities
Must be able to lift, bend, climb, stoop, push, and pull; regularly required to stand and use hands or arms in a physically demanding environment.
What You’ll Get
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality healthcare and company-paid insurance. Employees also enjoy professional growth opportunities and meaningful recognition.
- Healthcare Plan – Company Paid
- Dental – Company Paid
- Vision – Company Paid
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life Insurance – Company Paid
- Advancement Opportunities
- Company-Paid Training
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Employee Loyalty Awards
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
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About Zekelman Industries
We are Zekelman Industries. We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers. We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
Key skills/competency
- Electrical Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Production Equipment
- Schematics Reading
- Preventive Maintenance
- LOTO Compliance
- Manufacturing Environment
- OSHA Standards
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
Skills & topics
- Electrician
- Electrical Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Manufacturing
- Industrial Electrician
- Schematics
- Preventive Maintenance
- LOTO
- OSHA
- Steel Industry
- Chicago Jobs
- Atlas Tube
- Zekelman Industries
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 2+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience and any tube mill or steel manufacturing background.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your ability to read schematics, use diagnostic tools, and troubleshoot electrical faults.
- Address qualifications: Clearly state your Journeyman card or equivalent education, and your experience with LOTO and safety procedures.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your problem-solving approach and how you promote a safety-first culture in a fast-paced environment.
- Apply directly: Submit your application through the Zekelman Industries careers portal for consideration.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the typical shifts for an Electrician at Zekelman Industries Chicago?
- The Electrician role at Zekelman Industries' Atlas Tube facility in Chicago typically operates on either the 11 PM to 7 AM or 3 PM to 11 PM shifts.
- What is the pay range for an Electrician at Zekelman Industries?
- The hourly pay for an Electrician at Zekelman Industries ranges from $29.33 to $32.97, plus a production incentive. This competitive compensation reflects the critical nature of the role in maintaining production efficiency.
- What qualifications are required for the Electrician position at Zekelman Industries?
- Candidates need a Journeyman card, an Associate's Degree, or equivalent (military service accepted). A minimum of 2 years of electrical maintenance experience in heavy industrial or manufacturing is essential, with preference given to those with tube mill or steel manufacturing experience.
- What are the key responsibilities of an Electrician at Zekelman Industries?
- Key responsibilities include maintaining and repairing electrical systems on production equipment, troubleshooting faults, reading schematics, performing preventive and breakdown maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures like LOTO.
- What benefits does Zekelman Industries offer its employees?
- Zekelman Industries provides a comprehensive benefits package, including company-paid healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Is experience in the steel manufacturing industry preferred for the Electrician role?
- Yes, experience in tube mill or steel manufacturing is preferred for the Electrician position at Zekelman Industries, as it aligns with the specific operational environment of Atlas Tube.
- What physical demands are expected of an Electrician at Zekelman Industries?
- The role requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and performing actions such as bending, climbing, stooping, pushing, and pulling in a manufacturing setting.