Job Description

About You
The person we are looking for is dynamic, driven, motivated, and has deep technical expertise. You have exemplary electrical/electronic trouble shooting and problem-solving skills. You are a valuable member of the team and a key player in the success of the business.

Installs, maintains, trouble shoots, and repairs electrical and mechanical systems, apparatus, and electrical/electronic and mechanical components of industrial machinery and equipment. Provides technical support for all maintenance personnel. Works daily to ensure assigned areas of responsibility are working at risk lowered to ALARA specifically in an effort to achieve ZERO HARM.

To perform well in this role, you will need to:

• Provides technical support to Maintenance Department on all electrical/electronic matters: (80%)
  • Directs, tests and diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as Programmable Logic Control Programs, DC drives, AC drives, motors.
  • Directs and assists in the repair and replacement of malfunctioning apparatus listed above as required.
  • Creates and maintains electrical drawings and schematics.
  • Plans layout and functions of controls, wiring, plumbing, systems, and power distribution.
  • Provides support for special projects including, but not limited to, component selection, controls recommendations, vendor recommendations, and installation.
  • Requisitions tools, parts, and equipment as directed.
  • Inspects completed work for conformance to drawings, specifications, and safety.
• Responds to calls for assistance when needed. Maintains maintenance documentation: (15%)
  • Maintains proper logs and records on all equipment.
  • Maintains time and maintenance records as required.
  • Provides technical support in the selection of components for upgrades.
  • Routinely schedules and provides training to electrical personnel.
  • May be required to assists other plants and accompany Engineering group to resolve issues.
  • Assists IS and outside personnel as required.
• Stays current on developments in the industrial electronics field through continuing education. (5%)
  • Initiates and suggest plans to improve electrical equipment performance.
  • Provides training recommendations for self and maintenance personnel to Maintenance Supervisor and General Manager.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications to be considered for the role:

• Education

  • Broad technical training (high school + 1–3 years apprenticeship/applied trades training)

  • 2-year degree preferred

  • Training generally applicable to Electronics Technology or Industrial Electronics

  • Working knowledge of AC and DC drives

  • Knowledge of control PLC logic

  • Computer skills, including Windows 11

• Experience

  • Minimum of 6 years of work-related experience required

  • An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.

For your hard work, you receive:

• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.

Fraud Prevention Notice:

Please note that Insteel Industries will never ask applicants to purchase equipment, send money, or provide payment information at any point in the hiring process. We may request certain personal information only after an official offer has been extended and the background check and drug screen have been successfully completed. If you receive a request for sensitive information or payment before these steps, it is not from our company. To protect yourself, please report any suspicious activity to our HR team by calling us at (336) 786-2141.