Electrician II or III

Electrician II or III

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Date: Aug 12, 2026

Location: Lithonia, GA, US

Company: Dart Container

We're hiring an Electrician in Lithonia, GA!

Be part of the team behind red SOLO cups and foam take-out containers, where your electrical expertise keeps our high-speed manufacturing lines running at full power.

You'll work with PLCs, industrial controls, microprocessor systems, and complex circuits to troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade plant equipment and facility systems.

Enjoy top-tier benefits, competitive pay, and real opportunities to grow in a safety-driven, supportive environment!

Shift Availability:

• 7am-3pm, Monday-Friday

Who we are…

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere!

What we offer…

• Pay starting at $26.90/ hour for a level II or $30.13/ hour for a level III

• Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more! 

• Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities 

• A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety

• Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement   

• Paid holidays and paid time off   

What you’ll do…

• Maintain, install, and repair equipment, electrical systems and facility electrical systems.

• Utilize electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and temperature and pressure gauges

• Maintain and utilize maintenance systems for work orders, breakdown reporting and track machine modifications.

• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and light fixtures. Replace damages or broken components

• Troubleshoot electrical equipment

What we’re looking for…

The ideal Electrician II candidate will have the following:

• Five (5) years of experience in diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment or machinery, or comparable experience with trade school or training

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Ability to read/write wiring diagrams, schematics and blueprints and analytical diagnosis of problems

• Ability to program Programmable Logic Controllers using basic and ladder logic

• Thorough understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC)

• Advanced knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and temperature and pressure gauges

• Advanced knowledge of industrial controls and instrumentation

• Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

• Math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, and algebra

• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa

• Familiar with and ability to convert units (imperial to SI, etc.)

• Must have an understanding of microprocessor hardware and software configurations and be able to perform basic analog and digital circuit design

• Prior experience using software for Preventive Maintenance (PM) and work orders, SAP preferred

• Know how to use Multi-meter, scope, basic hand tools, and portable power tools

• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck (PIT) license

• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

The ideal Electrician III candidate must possess all of the following:

• Seven (7) years of experience in diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment or machinery, or comparable experience with trade school or training

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Ability to read, write, interpret and draw wiring diagrams, schematics and blueprints and analytical diagnosis of problems

• Understanding of electrical laws and principals (KVL, Ohm’s Law, Power Law, etc.)

• Thorough understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC)

• Expert knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and temperature and pressure gauges

• Advanced knowledge of industrial controls and instrumentation

• Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex problems

• Ability to make changes to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) using advanced ladder logic, read/write wiring diagrams, schematics and blueprints, and analytical diagnosis of problems

• Ability to originate instruction documents that can be used by other technicians to perform preventive maintenance or verify electrical system operation.

• Math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, and algebra

• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa

• Familiar with and ability to convert units (imperial to SI, etc.)

• Must have an understanding of microprocessor hardware and software configurations and be able to perform complex analog and digital circuit design

• Prior experience using software for Preventive Maintenance (PM) and work orders, SAP preferred

• Know how to use Multi-meter, scope, basic hand tools, and portable power tools

• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck (PIT) license

• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

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Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at [email protected]. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

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