Electrician

SaintGobain
Watervliet, NY

The Electrician is responsible for maintaining electrical and instrumentation components for manufacturing, cloth finishing, and facilities equipment to ensure optimal reliability and uptime.

This includes:

  • Performing preventive and corrective maintenance

  • Troubleshooting and repairing equipment using technical knowledge and theory

  • Responding to service calls and call-ins to support production operations

  • Ensuring availability of necessary tools, parts, and supplies for each jo

  • Completing service records and recommending equipment modifications or component replacements

The Electrician is expected to have a strong understanding of, and hands-on experience with, a wide range of electrical systems, theories, best practices, safety protocols, and controls. This includes knowledge and experience working with general electrical infrastructure such as motor starters, lighting circuits, power distribution equipment, and industrial control systems. Familiarity with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), specifically Rockwell Control Logix, is essential in this role.

Experience with variable speed AC and DC drives and motors is required, along with knowledge of process instrumentation and control systems, including transmitters, control valves, control loops, and Distributed Control Systems (DCS). The role also involves monitoring and controlling process variables such as temperature, pressure, flow, and pH.

Strong analytical troubleshooting skills are necessary, including the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and utilize troubleshooting manuals effectively. The Electrician should be capable of diagnosing complex issues and implementing solutions to maintain optimal equipment performance.

Additional duties of the Electrician include:

  • Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Perform physical tasks including bending, kneeling, squatting, carrying, and stooping

  • Read and understand technical instructions and schematics, procedures, and equipment manuals

  • Accurately read and record maintenance and operational data

  • Climb stairs and work from ladders, scaffolds, mobile lifts, and platforms with appropriate fall arrest devices

  • Operate manual and powered material handling equipment (e.g., forklift, hand dolly, hoists, heavy equipment, skyjack, boom lifts, etc.)

  • Work in extreme temperatures and confined spaces as needed

Education and Skills Requirements

  • An Electrician Journeyman card and/or state electrician license is preferred

  • A minimum of four years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is preferred

  • Advanced education and experience in electrical/instrumentation systems is preferred

  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

The successful candidate will work in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to temperature changes, dust, odors, and mechanical, electrical, or chemical hazards. Required PPE includes safety shoes, glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and bump caps.

This physically demanding role involves lifting up to 50 pounds, working up to 12-hour shifts, performing repetitive tasks, and operating in confined spaces.

Pre-employment requirements include a physical capabilities test, respirator fit check, and drug screening.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state's Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA HR [email protected] .

Membership in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Union Local 236 is required for this position. Shift assignment will be determined based on seniority at the time of hire and will either be second shift (Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) or third shift (Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM).

Candidates who do not meet the qualifications and are hired will be required to enroll in the local apprenticeship program, which includes both on-the-job training and academic coursework through a local accredited institution.

The company may credit prior professional experience and academic credentials toward the completion of the apprenticeship requirements.

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the pay range or this position which is $29.87 - $39.59 per hour and a shift differential of $.45 - $.55 per hour, depending on schedule.

In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for periodic bonus payments/an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount can be up to $5,000 based on company and individual performance measures. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:

  • Shift Differentials (i.e. Hourly Rate plus Shift Differential of $.45 -$.55 per hour, depending on schedule)

  • Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

  • Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

  • Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

  • LiveWell Wellness Program

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

  • 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan

  • Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

  • Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

  • Group Legal

  • Identity Theft Protection

  • Auto and Home Insurance

  • Pet Insurance and Discounts

  • Back-up Child and Elder Care

  • PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

  • Volunteer Day

  • Tools Allowance (up to $275 per year)

  • Company-issued steel-toe shoes and safety glasses

This role may be covered by a Union. In the event of any discrepancy between this posting and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA shall govern.

Please complete the full online application and submit a detailed resume for this position.-

Posted 2026-04-24

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