Facilities Electrician
Apply now »Date: Aug 19, 2025
Location: Newton, NC, US, 28658
Company: Corning
Internal Corning Employees are provided the opportunity to review global job openings for potential interest. However, they are encouraged to do so with the understanding that whether or not they will be considered a candidate for positions located outside their geographic area (city, country, region) will depend on a number of factors such as the availability of local subject matter expertise or qualified talent, the need to obtain and availability of work authorization, costs associated with internal transfer, etc. It will be the decision of the hiring organization whether to permit employees applying outside the local area where the opening exists to be considered a candidate for that opening. It is recommended employees wishing to apply for job openings at Corning make their supervisor aware of their interest before formally applying.
The purpose of this position is: Provide electrical maintenance support for
manufacturing operations and facilities.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Providing electrical / controls support to facilities equipment.
Performing troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems including but not limited
to motors, starters, fans, pumps, UPS, VFDs, PLC controls, fire alarm systems,
generators, breakers, and medium voltage power distribution equipment.
Calibrating and troubleshooting digital and analog instrumentation.
Providing technical assistance to project teams.
Helping monitor and optimize facilities processes.
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Required Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
Certified or Licensed Electrician
This position requires a strong electrical background. Candidate must demonstrate
the ability to read and interpret blueprints, block diagrams, piping diagrams, ladder
logic, schematic diagrams, electrical power distribution diagrams, P&ID, loop
sheets, and motor elementary drawings.
Successful completion of plant electrical assessment process.
Some familiarity with Dashboard, PI, or SPC.
Candidate must be willing to work alternating shifts, including
nights/weekends/holidays.
Required Education/Experience:
High school or GED
A two-year electrical or electronics degree with a minimum of two years of electrical
industrial experience.
Electrical License and/or Electrical Certifications
2-5 years of electrical experience.
Preferred Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
Experience with Computer / PLC controls, HMI, & associated components.
Experience with industrial systems such as air compressors, chillers, vacuum
systems (operation or troubleshooting).
Root cause analysis techniques.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others and
participate in teams.
Electrical contractor’s license, NFPA70e electrical safety certified, experience with
wire pulling/conduit bending
Working Conditions:
Exposure to fumes, noise, oil, dirt, heat and cold temperatures.
At times must be able to exert a force of 36 to 100 pounds and lift 5 to 50 pounds.
Ability to use ladders and work at heights above 6 feet.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $24.50 hourly rate - $30.75 hourly rate. Starting pay for
the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but
not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and
education.
The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision,
401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
A job that shapes a life.
Corning offers you the total package.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one
As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100%
company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.
Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental
leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs.
Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning
wins, we all win.
Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for
those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-topeer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable
accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
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