TRAVELING INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

Home-Based in Palm Bay, FL 70-80% Travel Throughout North America Up to 4 Weeks On-Site

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly skilled and reliable Traveling Industrial Electrician to join our field team. This position is home-based in Palm Bay, Florida, with extensive travel (70-80%) to industrial job sites across North America. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex industrial electrical systems. All travel expenses, including lodging, transportation, and per diem, are fully covered by the company. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated professional who enjoys variety, travel, and hands-on industrial work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems including power distribution, motor controls, lighting, and instrumentation
Proficiently bend, cut, and install EMT conduit to exact specifications on active industrial sites
Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings; create accurate material take-offs for projects
Perform voltage drop calculations, conductor derating, and load calculations to ensure code-compliant installations
Safely operate aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and other elevated work platforms for overhead electrical work
Install and terminate low voltage control wiring, PLC I/O, sensors, and communication cabling (preferred experience)
Work on conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and packaging machinery (experience a strong plus)
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; follow all OSHA, NFPA 70E, and site-specific safety protocols
Travel to job sites across the U.S. and Canada; remain on-site for up to 4 consecutive weeks per assignment while maintaining high productivity and professionalism

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience as an industrial electrician or in a similar field service role
Expert-level proficiency in bending and installing EMT conduit
Strong ability to read electrical prints and generate precise material take-offs
Competent in performing voltage drop and derate calculations
Demonstrated experience operating aerial lifts and working at heights safely
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no accidents or violations in the past 5 years)
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening (customers require this for site access)
Willingness and ability to travel 70-80% of the time, including multi-week deployments across North America
Reliable, drug-free, and safety-focused professional with strong work ethic and attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience installing, aligning, and troubleshooting conveyor systems and material handling equipment
Hands-on experience with low voltage controls, VFDs, PLCs, and industrial networking
OSHA 10 or 30 certification; aerial lift certification; arc flash training

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive hourly wage + overtime opportunities
100% company-paid travel expenses: airfare, rental car, lodging, and generous per diem
Home-based position – spend quality time with family when not on assignment
Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match
Supportive team environment with opportunities for advancement and ongoing training

Work Location: On the road

CSIS, Inc

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