Reliability Electrician V | Day Shift

Job Title Reliability Electrician V | Day Shift Position Overview

Shaw Industries is seeking a Reliability Electrician V on 1st Shift (Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.) is the highest-tier electrical maintenance technician role, responsible for expert-level troubleshooting, advanced automation & controls programming, and leadership in maintaining the plant’s most complex electrical, Robotics, automation, and control systems. This role ensures equipment operates at peak efficiency and lowest reasonable cost. The Reliability Electrician V also serves as a technical mentor and subject matter expert, leading Reliability Electricians II–IV and supporting large-scale improvements across the facility.

Position Expectations The Reliability Electrician V executes duties with strong focus on: Exceptional safe work practices, complying with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and all plant standards. High-quality, precision electrical work supporting “Great Products & Service.” Consistent adherence to standards and best practices that ensure reliability and repeatability. Knowledge-sharing and mentorship, guiding Reliability Electricians II–IV while continuing to expand personal expertise in advanced automation and controls. Continuous improvement, providing feedback on equipment, work processes, and improvement opportunities to peers and leadership.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Maintain & Optimize Manufacturing Electrical Systems Provide expert-level maintenance on highly automated and complex equipment including: MCCs, drives, motors, and power distribution equipment

PLCs, HMIs, scada, dcs, control loops, robotics, servo/stepper systems, and other automation platforms

1. Lead Advanced Troubleshooting & Repairs Perform and lead complex troubleshooting activities: Differentiate between mechanical, electrical, controls, process, and product-related issues

Troubleshoot, Diagnose , and repair complex equipment failures across automation, control logic, and instrumentation

Develop corrective actions and lead implementation

Update electrical schematics and documentation accurately and promptly

1. Lead Proactive Maintenance Development Support and develop maintenance strategy: Preventive Maintenance (PM): Execute high-level inspections, testing, and evaluations

Condition Maintenance (CM): Lead repairs/replacements identified through PM & PdM

Develop detailed job plans and ensure accurate updates to prints and procedures

1. Support Major Projects & Process Improvements Execute work orders and lead improvement initiatives: Design, program, and implement complex PLC logic and automated system changes

Install, integrate, and configure advanced control systems, HMIs, robotics, and related equipment

Support capital projects and new equipment integration efforts

1. Technical Leadership & Mentorship Mentor Reliability Electricians II–IV in advanced troubleshooting and controls

Provide technical direction on major work assignments and project execution

Serve as a facility SME for electrical systems, automation platforms, and controls strategy

Critical Knowledge & Skills Safety Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Confined Space

PPE & arc flash safety

Hot Work

PIT operation

Fall protection

Hoisting & rigging

Advanced Tools & Instrumentation Process calibrators

Oscilloscopes

IR cameras

Data loggers and analysis software

Advanced networking and communication tools

Electrical & Controls Expertise Read, modify, and update electrical schematics and P&IDs

Advanced NEC understanding

Expert understanding of e-stop and safety-rated systems

Advanced troubleshooting of: PLCs (hardware and program logic)

AC & DC drives

Relay logic

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Single-loop controllers

Ability to design and create advanced PLC programs and control strategies

Strong understanding of automation communication protocols

Math & Measurement Skills Arithmetic

Electrical formulas (current, voltage, power)

Measurement unit conversions

Ohms/Lenz’s Law

Competencies Work Standards

Solve Problems

Build Customer Satisfaction

Collaborate

Lead-Coach

Qualifications

• Required High school diploma or GED (will seek guidance on IF we can add this)

• Completion of Reliability Electrician IV requirements (Demonstration of skills)

• Previous experience in electrical manufacturing

• Expert-level troubleshooting and controls experience

• Demonstrated ability to design and modify PLC and automation programs

• Preferred 5 years of experience in electrical manufacturing

• Technical degree, apprenticeship, or recognized industrial electrical certification

• Extensive automation, robotics, or motion control experience

• Strong PdM experience (IR, ultrasound, data analytics, oscilloscopes)

• Experience leading major reliability or automation project

• #ShawIND

• Work Shift 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.