Reliability Electrician V

Job Title

Reliability Electrician V

Shaw Industries is hiring a Reliability Electrician V for the 1st shift at our distribution facility in Ringgold.

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.

• MCCs, drives, motors, and power distribution equipment
• PLCs, HMIs, scada, dcs, control loops, robotics, servo/stepper systems, and other automation platforms

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Confined Space
• PPE & arc flash safety
• Hot Work
• PIT operation
• Fall protection
• Hoisting & rigging

• Process calibrators
• Oscilloscopes
• IR cameras
• Data loggers and analysis software
• Advanced networking and communication tools

• Read, modify, and update electrical schematics and P&IDs
• Advanced NEC understanding
• Expert understanding of e-stop and safety-rated systems
• Advanced troubleshooting of automation and control systems
• Design and create advanced PLC programs and control strategies
• Strong understanding of automation communication protocols

• Arithmetic
• Electrical formulas (current, voltage, power)
• Measurement unit conversions
• Ohms/Lenz’s Law

• Work Standards
• Solve Problems
• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Collaborate
• Lead-Coach

• High school diploma or GED
• 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

• 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

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Shaw Family Health and Dental Centers*
• Behavioral and Mental Health Support
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement and Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave and Leave of Absence Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Career Development & Education Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Financial and Retirement Planning
• Medical & Social Security Assistance
• And more.

8 Hr non-rotating shift, hours 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.