Industrial Electrician at SMSI – Springfield, Missouri

We are looking for a highly skilled Industrial Electrician to support our manufacturing/industrial operations. This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and installing electrical systems and equipment essential to plant productivity. The ideal candidate excels in a fast‑paced environment, has strong industrial automation knowledge, and prioritizes safety and precision.

This position is for a day shift Industrial Electrician.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• PTO

$35 hourly DOE

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in an industrial environment
• Troubleshoot issues with motors, drives, PLCs, conveyors, control panels, and automated machinery
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment
• Read and interpret industrial electrical schematics, blueprints, and ladder logic
• Test electrical systems to identify hazards or defects, ensuring compliance with electrical codes
• Calibrate and maintain industrial sensors, instrumentation, and control systems
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams
• Follow strict safety protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and plant regulations
• This position is safety sensitive

• High school diploma or GED
• Licensed Journeyman Electrician or Industrial Electrician certification (state‑specific)
• 3+ years of industrial or manufacturing electrical experience
• Strong understanding of 3‑phase power, control circuits, and industrial wiring
• Experience with VFDs, motors, PLC troubleshooting, and industrial automation
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, electrical prints, and technical manuals
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work from heights, in confined spaces, and around heavy machinery

SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI offers lots of room to grow in a fast-paced company. We have been serving commercial and industrial markets for 30 years.