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Maintenance Electrician

Hexatronic Rochester Cable, Inc.
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Culpeper
751 Old Brandy Road (Show on map)
Jul 11, 2025
Company Overview Join us at Hexatronic Rochester Cable, a leading global cable manufacturing facility based in Culpeper, Virginia where we specialize in designing, developing, and constructing tailor-made cables engineered to excel in demanding applications and extreme environments. From enabling deep-sea exploration to empowering mining operations and oil drilling ventures, our innovative cables propel our customers towards their objectives. By joining us, you will not only broaden your horizons but also make a meaningful impact on a global scale. Apply now and embark on a journey to shape the future with us. Job Description As a Maintenance Electrician, you will provide your knowledge and experience to drive workplace changes, utilize your analytical troubleshooting skills to minimize machine downtime, and deliver detail-oriented results within a manufacturing environment. This position requires flexibility, initiative, and perseverance to troubleshoot and solve complex problems and is expected to anticipate problems and take decisive, proactive measures to avoid or minimize adverse impacts on the facilities or equipment. Essential Job Functions Design, install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair complex industrial electrical equipment on systems within a wire and cable manufacturing environment. Diagnose and resolve complex electrical problems on a wide variety of rotating machinery to include, but not limited to, sanding, cabling, armoring, and extruding equipment. Install, troubleshoot, and repair variable frequency drives (VFDs) and direct current drives (DCs) drives. Perform diagnostic work up to the programmable logic controller (PLC) level. Perform preventive maintenance work in accordance with the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommendations on wire and cable manufacturing equipment. Perform all work in a safe manner according to all OSHA, National Fire Protection Association's Standards for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70e), plus Company regulations. Perform routine start-up and testing of emergency generators. Participate in safety training and report unsafe conditions. Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment up to 600 volts. Troubleshoot, repair and/or install main and branch circuit breakers, disconnects and wiring devices such as switches, convenience and/or dedicated receptacles, possibly without the aid of a blueprint or schematic. Create work orders, requisitioning of parts and documentation. Requirements *Please note:* This position requires access to information which is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), as such, applicants must be a U.S. person defined as a citizen, national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, person granted asylee status in the U.S., or person admitted into the U.S. as a refugee. Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent 10+ years of experience as an Industrial Maintenance Electrician Previous work experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment, preferably within wire and cable sector. Successful completion of an approved electrical apprentice program and/or a U.S. Armed Forces equivalent military occupational specialty (MOS). Experience using laptop to interface with Siemens and Allen-Bradley programmable logic controller (PLC). Knowledge of and hands-on experience with Siemens Step 7 and RSLogix. Must be able to operate various industrial power equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and articulating/telescoping boom lifts. Current or expired Electrical licensure is desired but not mandatory. Subject to 24-hour on-call status and work emergency overtime when required. Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen Must be willing to submit to a background check Must wear & use protective safety equipment as required Work Environment/Physical Demands: The work environment and physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Driver's License. The performance of this position normally requires exposure to a typical manufacturing environment that requires the use of personal protective equipment including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection. Manufacturing areas may be affected by outside temperatures and machining. The physical demands represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to work indoors/outdoors in harsh environments such as extreme heat, humidity & cold. Must be able to traverse property and facility to perform work assignments. Must be able to work from elevated areas and in confined spaces. This position requires the ability to bend, stoop and stand for prolonged periods of time, as well as climb ramps and stairs; read and write, work with a computer and keyboard; hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery, sirens, and alarms); speak to express or exchange ideas, impart oral information to include instructions; vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception. Must be able to lift 50 - 75 pounds in a safe and proper manner. Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account 401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Match Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Basic Life and AD&D Additional Life Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability About Hexatronic Rochester Cable, Inc. Since its founding in 1794 as a manufacturer of ropes, Hexatronic Rochester Cable has evolved to become a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke electro-optical cables designed to operate in the harshest of environments for a vast array of applications. At our location in Culpeper, VA, we design and build highly engineered cables to meet specific application requirements for demanding industries such as oil and gas exploration, production, oceanographic, defense, and subsea applications. The acquisition of Rochester Cable by Hexatronic has uniquely positioned our company for growth. For more information on the Rochester Cable or the Hexatronic Group please visit www.rochestercable.com and www.hexatronic.com