Multi-Craft PLC/Controls Electrician

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Located in Knoxville, TN

Salary: 24.00-30+

NOW HIRING: MULTI-CRAFT PLC / CONTROLS ELECTRICIAN

$24–$34/HR | PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE

Location: North | Knoxville, TN

Are you experienced in PLCs, industrial electrical systems, and automated manufacturing equipment? We want to talk to you!

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting an experienced Multi-Craft PLC/Controls Electrician for Custom Foods of America, an expanding food manufacturing company in Knoxville, TN.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced industrial electrician or controls technician who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, working with automation systems, and keeping production operations running efficiently.

We are looking for someone with a strong electrical background and hands-on experience with PLCs, industrial controls, motors, drives, and automated production equipment. This position combines electrical and mechanical maintenance responsibilities, making it ideal for someone with a well-rounded industrial maintenance background.

PAY & OPPORTUNITY

• Competitive pay ranging from $24–$34 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Opportunity to earn at the higher end of the range with advanced PLC and controls experience.

• Join an expanding food manufacturing company.

• Long-term employment opportunity.

• Opportunity to work with industrial automation, electrical controls, and production systems.

• Potential for overtime and additional earning opportunities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, PLCs, and automated control equipment.

• Diagnose PLC faults, electrical failures, and control system malfunctions affecting production equipment.

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), wiring, sensors, and electrical components.

• Work with automated machinery, control panels, HMIs, and industrial electrical systems.

• Perform both electrical and mechanical maintenance to keep production equipment operating efficiently.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce equipment failures and minimize production downtime.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and identify the root cause of recurring issues.

• Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and process improvements.

• Maintain compliance with workplace safety, food safety, and quality standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous industrial electrical, controls, or automation maintenance experience.

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.

• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, wiring, and automated machinery.

• Familiarity with variable frequency drives (VFDs), HMIs, sensors, and electrical control panels.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Mechanical aptitude and experience troubleshooting industrial production equipment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

• Commitment to workplace safety and maintaining reliable production operations.

Technical training, electrical certifications, PLC programming experience, or an industrial maintenance apprenticeship are preferred.

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position works in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility where equipment reliability and production schedules are critical.

Candidates should be comfortable with extended shifts, longer work hours, and required availability every other Saturday.

The environment may include varying temperatures, active production machinery, tight production deadlines, and the need to respond quickly when equipment issues arise.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

We are especially interested in candidates with experience as PLC Technicians, Controls Electricians, Industrial Electricians, Automation Technicians, Industrial Maintenance Technicians, and Electro-Mechanical Technicians.

If you have experience troubleshooting PLCs, working with automated production equipment, and handling both electrical and mechanical maintenance, this could be an excellent next step in your career.

READY TO APPLY? CONTACT EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS!

CALL OR TEXT: (865) 724-0265

Or stop by our office and speak with a recruiter in person!

OFFICE HOURS:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Closed for lunch: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM

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We look forward to helping you find your next opportunity!

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