Job Description

The Electrician for the Asphalt Division is a safety-first, highly motivated technical expert responsible for the reliable operation of electrical systems across our asphalt production facilities. This role involves the installation, maintenance, and complex troubleshooting of electrical process control instrumentation and heavy industrial power systems.

You will serve as a critical partner in ensuring 'zero-downtime' during peak production seasons. This role requires a high degree of technical expertise in both high-voltage power distribution and low-voltage automation. You will work in a fast-paced industrial environment, collaborating closely with plant operators and engineering teams to fine-tune plant performance, minimizing downtime. You will not only fix what is broken but proactively research and implement automation upgrades to improve plant capacity, consistency, and energy efficiency, all while adhering to NEC and Martin Marietta’s Guardian Angel safety standards.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects electrical equipment, wiring, fixtures, and components to ensure functionality, compliance, and safety
• Diagnose malfunctions in AC/DC motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starters, and power distribution systems (up to 480V).
• Reviews blueprints and diagrams to understand wiring layout and system design to perform accurate maintenance and repairs
• Determines the reasons for any malfunctions of systems or components, and creates a maintenance or repair plan to solve the problem
• Maintain and calibrate burner control systems and infrared temperature sensors to ensure asphalt mix meets strict quality specifications.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and fine-tune Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and HMI interfaces that manage the flow of liquid asphalt and recycled materials.
• Regularly calibrate production equipment, including conveyor belt scales, liquid asphalt meters, and load-out silo systems to ensure accurate material measurement.
• Conduct routine thermal imaging and physical inspections of electrical panels, switchgear, and wiring to detect failing components before they cause a plant stoppage.
• Replace or repair failing electrical wiring, appliances, fixtures, and heavy machinery components as identified during inspections.
• Maintain precise records of all work performed, materials used, and equipment test results to satisfy OSHA requirements and internal maintenance logs.
• Actively research and propose upgrades in plant automation to improve safety and reporting capabilities.
• Work alongside the corporate engineering group and outside vendors to execute capital improvement projects, such as silo expansions or new plant installations.
• Coordinate with external contractors for high-voltage utility work or specialized software updates to ensure projects meet deadlines and budget.
• Embody the Martin Marietta safety culture by ensuring all electrical work is performed under strict Lockout/Tagout/Tryout (LOTOTO) procedures.
• Ensure all plant electrical installations comply with the National Electrical Code (NEC)

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience
Certified/Licensed Electrician preferred.

Work Experience

Minimum of 2+ years of experience as an industrial electrician, preferably in asphalt production

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Circuit analysis
Defect analysis
Design tools
Electrical controls
Electrical diagrams and blueprints
Electrical test equipment design
Electrical theory
Troubleshooting
OSHA regulations and compliance
Problem-solving skills
Detail oriented
Time management

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Physical Requirements

You must be able to lift up to 50–100 lbs occasionally and frequently carry tools or parts weighing 25–50 lbs.

Constant climbing of stairs and vertical ladders (sometimes up to 200 feet) to access plant controls, conveyors, or silos.

Prolonged standing, walking on uneven ground, kneeling, squatting, and crawling in tight or 'cramped' quarters.

Significant time spent performing sustained reaching above shoulder level.

Fine motor skills are required for intricate wiring, using hand tools, and operating sensitive testing equipment like voltmeters and oscilloscopes.

You must have excellent color vision (to distinguish wire coding) and depth perception.

Travel

On-site

You must be willing to be on-call for emergency repairs to minimize plant downtime.

Working Conditions

All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

Disclaimers

In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments as required, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.

The hiring range for this position is $27.50-$35 exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The hiring range for this role represents the base compensation we expect to pay for the position at time of hire and does not represent the total possible base pay of the position. In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more. Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.