Electrician Master V

Job description

Shaw Plant 65, 200 Waits Drive Hwy 29 N, Andalusia, AL 36420 USA

Full time

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Job Title

Electrician Master V

Position Overview

Position Purpose

Shaw Industries is hiring an Electrician Master (V). The Electrician Master (V) 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 Electrician Master (V) also serves as a technical mentor and subject matter expert, leading Electricians II-IV and supporting large-scale improvements across the facility.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a leader in flooring and other surface solutions designed for residential housing, commercial spaces and outdoor environments. Leveraging strengths in design, innovation and operational excellence, the company takes a people-centered, customer-focused, and growth-minded approach to meet diverse market needs. It creates differentiated customer experiences through its expansive portfolio of brands: Anderson Tuftex , COREtec , Shaw Floors, Patcraft , Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Sports Turf, Shawgrass , Southwest Greens, Watershed Geo and more .

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. with more than $6 billion in annual sales and 18,000 associates worldwide.

Position Expectations

The Electrician Master (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 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

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

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

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

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

Technical Leadership & Mentorship

Mentor 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 protocols

Math & Measurement Skills

Arithmetic

Electrical formulas (current, voltage, power)

Measurement unit conversions

Ohms/Lenz's Law

Competencies

Work Standards

Solve Problems

Build Customer Satisfaction

Collaborate

Lead-Coach

Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or GED (will seek guidance on IF we can add this)

Completion of Electrician Advanced (IV) requirements (Demonstration of skills)

Previous experience in electrical manufacturing

Expert-level troubleshooting and controls experience

Demonstrated ability to design and modify PLC and automation programs

Preferred

5 years of experience in electrical manufacturing

Technical degree, apprenticeship, or recognized industrial electrical certification

Extensive automation, robotics, or motion control experience

Strong PdM experience (IR, ultrasound, data analytics, oscilloscopes)

Experience leading major reliability or automation project

COMPETENCIES

Work Standards

Solve Problems

Build Customer Satisfaction

Collaborate

Shaw b enefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401K and Retirement Plans

Product discounts for employees

Adoption a ssistance

Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA , and Cartersville, GA, location s )

And much more.

#ShawIND

Pay rate for this role is- $ 35.73

Work Shift

12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, days & AM/PM start time changes in the rotation

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A history of success, a future of possibility

Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business.

Global Flooring Provider

Shaw Industries Group Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide.

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Operational Excellence

Our manufacturing operations and integrated supply chain deliver a broad array of products to meet diverse needs across residential and commercial markets throughout the world.

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Award Winning

The success of our company and the success of our associates go hand-in-hand. We are consistently awarded as an employer of choice, community partner, and leader in design and innovation.

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We Sustain Human Ability

At Shaw, sustainability means sustaining human ability in all of our products and processes. We ask ourselves "how can we minimize our impact on the environment and maximize human potential?"

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Community Partner

From civic involvement and philanthropic giving to volunteerism and future workforce development, our company and associates leverage our combined passions and expertise in addressing community needs, collaboratively.

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Worksite address

andalusia, AL, 36420, US

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