Industrial Electrician; Jr​/Sr

Direct Hire Industrial Electrician (Jr / Sr)

Location:

Elgin, IL

Shift: 2nd shift, 2pm to 10pm M-F

Pay: $33‑51 per hour based on experience

Benefits:
Full Benefits Package

Kelly is seeking Junior and Senior Industrial Electricians to support maintenance operations by troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical systems. This role plays a key part in keeping equipment running efficiently, minimizing downtime, and supporting ongoing maintenance projects within a manufacturing environment.

• Perform industrial electrical troubleshooting and repairs on production equipment
• Test, replace, and adjust fuses, solenoids, contractors, relays, switches, breakers, motor starters, and photo eyes
• Run conduit, pull wire, and complete electrical terminations
• Troubleshoot AC/DC control circuits, motors, drives, PLCs, and ladder logic
• Work with single‑phase and three‑phase systems (110V, 240V, 277V, 480V, 24V controls)
• Use volt/amp meters to diagnose electrical issues
• Perform basic pneumatic and hydraulic repairs
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
• Support electrical preventive maintenance and building maintenance
• Assist maintenance team members with troubleshooting as needed
• Work independently while maintaining strong communication with the team

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 8+ years of industrial electrical experience (level based on Jr/Sr classification)
• Strong industrial troubleshooting skills
• Experience with 480V, 3‑phase systems
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with industrial facilities and systems
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel is a plus
• Ability to work overtime or weekends as needed

• Volt/Amp meters
• Conduit benders
• Hand and power tools
• Computer and basic office equipment
• Tow motor and related maintenance equipment

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.

Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.