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Maintenance Electrician (Facilities & Equipment Maintenance)
About the job Maintenance Electrician (Facilities & Equipment Maintenance)
Maintenance Electrician (Facilities & Equipment Maintenance)
Location: Onsite – Decorah, Iowa
Employment Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Work Model: 100% Onsite
Compensation: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour
Relocation Assistance: Available
Openings: 1
The Opportunity
HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for a well-established organization seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to support electrical maintenance and facility operations at its Decorah, Iowa location.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on electrician who enjoys troubleshooting, maintaining critical building systems, and working across a wide range of voltage environments—from three-phase primary power down to low-voltage controls.
The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-driven, and brings strong electrical experience in an industrial or facilities setting.
Role Overview
The Maintenance Electrician will perform electrical-focused maintenance and repair work across the facility, ensuring all work meets NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) compliance standards. This position supports day-to-day work orders, preventative maintenance schedules, and cross-functional facilities initiatives.
This is a first-shift, onsite role requiring strong technical skill and consistent execution.
Key Responsibilities
Candidates will be considered for interview based on demonstrated ability to:
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Perform electrical maintenance and repair work through the Facilities Services work order system
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Troubleshoot and service systems ranging from three-phase primary voltages to low-voltage control circuits
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Ensure all electrical work aligns with NFPA 70 / National Electrical Code standards
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Interpret schematics, blueprints, manuals, and wiring diagrams to diagnose electrical issues
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Prepare material lists and coordinate supplies needed for maintenance projects
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Support inspection and preventative maintenance schedules for systems such as:
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Fire alarms
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Elevators
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Building automation systems
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Backup generators
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Assist Boiler Operators with heating plant and boiler-related electrical repairs as needed
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Collaborate with other Facilities teams including Grounds, Heating Plant, Plumbing, Carpentry, and Moving Services
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Manage inventory, tools, and supplies for the electrical shop
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Maintain clean, organized workspaces, equipment, and maintenance vehicles
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Support seasonal operations including snow removal when required
Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)
These qualifications are mandatory. Candidates who do not meet them will not be considered.
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High School diploma or equivalent (required)
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Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems
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Proven experience working with both three-phase power and low-voltage control systems
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Strong troubleshooting ability in a facilities or industrial maintenance environment
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Commitment to safety, compliance, and quality workmanship
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Ability to work fully onsite in Decorah, Iowa on a consistent first-shift schedule
Preferred Qualifications (Standout Differentiators)
Top candidates will bring:
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Experience supporting large institutional or industrial facility infrastructure
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Familiarity with fire alarm systems, automation controls, generators, or elevator inspections
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Inventory or shop management experience within a maintenance environment
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Willingness to support cross-functional facility projects beyond electrical scope
Location & Search Notes
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Local candidates in or near Decorah, Iowa are strongly preferred
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Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate
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Expanded search may include Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin