Industrial Electrician

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

• About the Role
• As an Electrician at Zekelman Industries – Atlas Tube in Chicago, you will play a critical role in maintaining and repairing tube mill production equipment to ensure maximum uptime, product quality, and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Shift Manager. This role is ideal for someone with strong electrical aptitude, troubleshooting expertise, and a proactive mindset. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy solving problems, working hands-on in a fast-paced environment, and contributing to a safety-first culture.

• Shift: Afternoon
• Pay: $34.92

What You’ll Do

Maintains electrical systems on production equipment following all defined safety procedures, including LOTO compliance

Ensures guards and safety devices are installed and functioning before equipment is turned over to operations

Monitors and inspects equipment using both manual and computerized maintenance systems

Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and manuals to perform effective troubleshooting and repairs

Uses hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes, measuring devices, and testing equipment to perform electrical tasks

Troubleshoots process and equipment problems, accurately identifying and resolving electrical faults

Executes breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, and electrical changeovers on production lines

Maintains clean, audit-ready work areas after completing electrical tasks

Provides guidance to co-workers and communicates effectively with team members

Reports unresolved safety, quality, or production issues to supervisor promptly

Performs other duties as assigned

Who You Are

Journeyman card, Associate’s Degree, or equivalent required (military service considered equivalent to 2-year degree)

2+ years of electrical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment

Experience in tube mill or steel manufacturing preferred

Skilled in reading schematics, using diagnostic tools, and following maintenance documentation

Capable of basic math and using measuring equipment accurately

Strong communication, teamwork, and listening skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, climbing, and stooping

Proficient in basic computer usage

Maintains regular, full-time onsite attendance per posted schedule

Leads and promotes safe work practices in accordance with OSHA and company policy

Physical Abilities

Must be able to lift, bend, climb, stoop, push, and pull; regularly required to stand and use hands or arms in a physically demanding environment.

• What You’ll Get
• Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality healthcare and company-paid insurance. Employees also enjoy professional growth opportunities and meaningful recognition:

Healthcare Plan – Company Paid

Dental – Company Paid

Vision – Company Paid

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance – Company Paid

Advancement Opportunities

Company-Paid Training

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Loyalty Awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.