Electrician - InSinkErator at Whirlpool Corporation in Racine, WI

Job description

Requisition ID: 73082 About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool , KitchenAid , JennAir, Maytag , Amana, Brastemp , Consul , and InSinkErator . In 2025, the company reported approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com . This role in summary About Insinkerator For nearly a century, InSinkErator has defined kitchen innovation as the world’s leading manufacturer of food waste disposers and instant hot water dispensers. Founded in 1938 in Racine, Wisconsin—eleven years after architect John W. Hammes invented the world's first food waste disposer in 1927—InSinkErator carries an 88-year legacy of American manufacturing excellence. As a key brand within the Whirlpool Corporation portfolio, InSinkErator combines the heritage and community connection of a trusted local manufacturer with the backing, reach, and stability of a global appliance leader. Operating 24/7 in a modern, climate-controlled facility, our team is dedicated to engineering high-quality, sustainable kitchen solutions that divert food waste from landfills and improve life at home. When you join InSinkErator, you are not just taking a job—you become an expert crafting essential household technologies, backed by competitive pay, robust benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement. This Role in Summary InsinkErator is seeking Journeymen Electrician to provide functional support in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, wiring, and equipment across our manufacturing facility. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role handles complex electrical projects, substation maintenance, control panels, and automation systems to ensure safe and continuous production. Current Openings on 2nd and 3rd shift. Wage Range: 37.04 - 42.03 per hour plus shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift. Your responsibilities will include System Installation & Wiring: Plan, layout, and install complex wiring circuits, central subsidiary control panels, switches, and power distribution systems in compliance with state/local electrical codes and schematic drawings. Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Diagnose, repair, and sustain electrical components, electronic devices, substations, and mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic control systems. Conduit & Assembly Work: Measure, cut, bend, thread, and install electrical conduit; pull wiring through conduit; splice and terminate leads; and connect power to machinery, lighting, and heavy plant equipment. Testing & Quality Assurance: Test circuit continuity, voltage, and safety using electrical testing instruments (e.g., ohmmeters, oscilloscopes) to ensure compliance and safe operation. Structural & Incidental Tasks: Prepare layout sketches or work from electrical diagrams/blueprints. Perform occasional steel cutting and welding for structural electrical supports as required. Leadership: May direct and layout work for lower-classification electricians or helpers. Physical Demands & Work Environment Heights & Climbing: Comfortable using ladders, caged lifts, raised platforms, and manual climbing on equipment at heights up to 25 feet. Lifting & Mobility: Ability to frequently lift/move up to 35 lbs and occasionally handle heavier loads with assistance. Stamina: Ability to stand and walk on concrete manufacturing floors for extended shifts (8–10+ hours). Agility: Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling to access confined spaces, control panels, and complex machinery. Vision & Dexterity: Excellent finger dexterity for intri