Reliability Electrician V | Day Shift

## Reliability Electrician V | Day Shift Apply locations:
Shaw Plant SI, 309 Lafayette Road, Chickamauga, GA 30707 USAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-153172
** Job Title
** Reliability Electrician V | Day Shift
** Position Overview
** Reliability Electrician V – Day Shift
** 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
** 2. 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
** 3. 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
** 4. 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
** 5. 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…