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Maintenance Electrician

Job in Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, USA
Listing for: Imerys
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Installation Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35.25 - 36.07 USD Hourly USD 35.25 36.07 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Company Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral‑based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value‑added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast‑growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods.

Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

Job Title:

Maintenance Electrician

Hourly pay rate: $35.25–36.07

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Oversee maintenance, testing, and installation
  • Install, maintain and test LV/MV electrical equipment including AC/DCmotors, motor controls (Across the line, Soft Start, VFD), switch gear, transformers, load break switch distribution equipment; fuses, power circuit breakers, load centers, and breaker panels; and wiring, terminations, and grounding systems
  • Use a range of electrical test instruments such as Megger, DLRO, Tic Tracer, DVOM, Clamp Amps, 4‑20

    Ma signal generators, sensor calibrators, etc.
  • Oversee maintenance and testing of low/medium voltage distribution equipment
  • Perform equipment inspections, maintenance tasks, and assigned project work
  • Troubleshoot equipment, controls, and wiring to detect malfunctions, and discuss machine operations with production and maintenance personnel to diagnose problems
  • Dismantle defective equipment, repair and install parts to bring the equipment back into service
  • Read electrical diagrams and manuals required to install and troubleshoot electrical and control equipment
  • Set up and operate shop and portable tools
  • Install, test and maintain motors and gearboxes, and perform laser coupling alignments
  • Support the effort to maximize equipment availability to the Production Department
  • Ensure electrical safety guidelines and procedures for electrical work is compliant with NEC, OSHA, NFPA
    70E and Company Safety Regulations
  • Metal‑clad switch gear, air/vacuum breakers, transformers, panels, and wiring
  • Electric motor maintenance and testing (windings, rotor, bearings, etc.)
  • Ensure the electrical work conforms to the standards and guidelines established in the ISO
    9002 quality assurance manual
  • Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE
  • Journeyman Electrician license or at least two years of electrical maintenance experience
  • Minimum two years of industrial electrical and controls maintenance experience
  • Use a range of electrical test instruments such as Megger, multimeter, Tic Tracer, clamp amp meter, 4‑20

    Ma signal generators, etc.
  • Experience with low/medium voltage distribution equipment
  • Working knowledge of industrial NEC codes and relevant electrical safety procedures
  • Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
  • Experience with utilizing a work order system within a CMMS
  • Mechanical skills preferred
  • Experience using mobile equipment (forklift, Lull, man lift, scissor lift)
  • Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs, and ladders for extended periods of time, and lift up to 40lb in outdoor noisy environments
DEGREE OF SUPERVISION OR DIRECTION

Moderate supervision is expected. The jobholder must be a self‑starter with the ability to accomplish maintenance and testing on their own. Ability to work in a team environment with electrical/mechanical trades and production employees of different skill levels.

POSITION TYPE

Full time and permanent.

IMERSYS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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