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Wire Drawing Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

AVIONICS TECHNICIAN I

Erlanger, KY · On-site

$28.25 - $37/hr

Perform wire preparation and termination of single conductor, multi-conductor, and coaxial wiring ... Interpret wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical documents to support installation ...

Electrical Service Technician

Louisville, KY · On-site

$24.75 - $33.25/hr

This role involves interpreting electrical construction drawings, terminating cables, installing ... Possess knowledge of wire pulls, concrete, masonry, metals, and wood construction methods.

Electrical Service Technician

Louisville, KY · On-site

$24.75 - $33.25/hr

This role involves interpreting electrical construction drawings, terminating cables, installing ... Possess knowledge of wire pulls, concrete, masonry, metals, and wood construction methods.

Electrical Service Technician

Hopkinsville, KY · On-site

$25.75 - $34.50/hr

This role involves interpreting electrical construction drawings, terminating cables, installing ... Possess knowledge of wire pulls, concrete, masonry, metals, and wood construction methods.

Electrical Service Technician

Louisville, KY

$24.75 - $33.25/hr

This role involves interpreting electrical construction drawings, terminating cables, installing ... Possess knowledge of wire pulls, concrete, masonry, metals, and wood construction methods.

Electrical Service Technician

Louisville, KY · On-site

$24.75 - $33.25/hr

This role involves interpreting electrical construction drawings, terminating cables, installing ... Possess knowledge of wire pulls, concrete, masonry, metals, and wood construction methods.

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SKILLS: 1. Positively identify colors of wires. 2. Comprehends reading and drawing prints and schematics. 3. Bend conduit by hand with hand benders. 4. Must use all power tools, saws, threaders, wire ...

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Electrical Apprentice

Glasgow, KY · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Fabricate and wire control panels, ensuring proper layout and organization of components and wiring. * Compare wiring and the location of control devices against drawings and schematics to ensure ...

I&E Electrician

Paducah, KY · On-site

$36 - $48/hr

... drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and controls documentation - Support preventive maintenance, planned outages, shutdowns, and plant reliability work - Coordinate safely with ...

Low Voltage Technician - Lexington

Lexington, KY · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

Begin learning how to read schematics, drawing details, wire maps, and other drawings Requirements include but aren't limited to the below * Experience working in the construction industry is ...

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How much do wire drawing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for wire drawing in Kentucky is $18.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $21.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wire drawing?

A Wire Drawing job involves reducing the diameter of metal wire by pulling it through a series of dies to achieve the desired thickness. Workers operate and maintain wire drawing machines, ensuring proper tension, lubrication, and feed rates. They inspect the wire for defects and make adjustments to maintain quality standards. This process is commonly used in manufacturing electrical wires, cables, and metal products. Wire drawing operators must have attention to detail and knowledge of machine operation and material properties.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in a wire drawing role?

A typical day for a Wire Drawing professional involves setting up and operating wire drawing machines, monitoring production quality, and conducting routine equipment inspections. You’ll work closely with other machine operators, maintenance technicians, and quality control staff to ensure continuous operation and address any issues that arise. The environment is usually a manufacturing floor, requiring adherence to strict safety protocols and regular communication with team members. Consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment are all important for meeting production goals and quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the wire drawing position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wire Drawing professional, you need a solid understanding of metallurgy, mechanical aptitude, and experience with industrial machinery, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with wire drawing machines, quality inspection tools, and safety protocols such as OSHA guidelines is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are valuable soft skills that contribute to success in this role. These competencies ensure efficient production processes, minimize defects, and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

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Infographic showing various Wire Drawing job openings in Kentucky as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,932 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Maintenance Electrician I/II/III- MFWQTC (3 positions) (subject to shift)

Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District

Louisville, KY • On-site

$81K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Job Summary These vacancies will be filled as Maintenance Electrician I, II, or III based on candidate qualifications. Salary amounts are as follows: Maintenance Electrician I $39.27/hr Maintenance Electrician II $41.59/hr Maintenance Electrician III $44.09/hr Maintenance Electrician I Under supervision, safely provides maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and repair of electrical controls, electronic systems, equipment, and components. Regularly maintains and repairs pumps, motors, distribution equipment, generator systems, and automated controls containing components associated with Relay Logic and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Calibrates, maintains, and repairs a wide range of electronic instrumentation and monitoring systems. Performs all aspects of electrical construction and maintenance. May direct the work of other crew members and assists with training as needed.

Maintenance Electrician II Under moderate supervision, safely provides intermediate maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and repair of electrical controls, electronic systems, equipment, and components. Regularly maintains and repairs pumps, motors, distribution equipment, generator systems, and automated controls containing components associated with Relay Logic and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Calibrates, maintains, and repairs a wide range of electronic instrumentation and monitoring systems.

Performs all aspects of electrical construction and maintenance. May direct the work of other crew members and assists with training as needed. Maintenance Electrician III Under minimum supervision, safely provides advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and repair of complex electrical controls, electronic systems, equipment, and components.

Regularly maintains and repairs pumps, motors, distribution equipment, generator systems, and automated controls containing components associated with Relay Logic and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Calibrates, maintains, and repairs a wide range of electronic instrumentation and monitoring systems. Performs all aspects of electrical construction and maintenance.

May direct the work of other crew members and assists with training as needed. Essential Job Functions Maintenance Electrician I Regularly performs preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance, inspections, repairs, and installation of electrical equipment and components. Refers to wiring diagrams, drawings, electrical blueprints, schematics, operations & maintenance manuals, and standard operating procedures for specific guidance and instruction.

Works with qualified staff to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high and medium voltage switch gear and components. Responsible for keeping accurate records including details of work performed and/or needed, time and attendance, bills of material, and regulatory documents as required. Performs mechanical work to expedite returning equipment to service as needed.

Drives MSD assigned vehicles to job sites to transport staff, tools, equipment, and materials. Performs other maintenance related tasks as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates. Maintains a clean and safe workplace and performs housekeeping duties as assigned.

Maintenance Electrician II Regularly performs preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance, inspections, repairs, and installation of electrical equipment and components. Refers to wiring diagrams, drawings, electrical blueprints, schematics, operations & maintenance manuals, and standard operating procedures for specific guidance and instruction. Works with qualified staff to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high and medium voltage switch gear and components.

Responsible for keeping accurate records including details of work performed and/or repairs needed, time and attendance, bills of material, and regulatory documents as required. Performs mechanical work to expedite returning equipment to service as needed. Drives MSD assigned vehicles to job sites to transport staff, tools, equipment, and materials.

Performs other maintenance related tasks as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates. Maintains a clean and safe workplace and performs housekeeping duties as assigned. Maintenance Electrician III Regularly performs preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance, inspections, repairs, and installation of electrical equipment and components.

Interprets and creates wiring diagrams, drawings, electrical blueprints, and schematics. Refers to wiring diagrams, drawings, electrical blueprints, schematics, operations & maintenance manuals, and standard operating procedures for specific guidance and instruction and updates these documents as necessary. Regularly inspects, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs high and medium voltage switch gear and components.

Responsible for keeping accurate records including details of work performed and/or repairs needed, time and attendance, bills of material, and regulatory documents as required. Shares advanced system knowledge with co-workers and management to support effective and efficient asset management processes. Performs mechanical work to expedite returning equipment to service as needed.

Drives MSD assigned vehicles to job sites to transport staff, tools, equipment, and materials. Performs other maintenance related tasks as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates. Maintains a clean and safe workplace and performs housekeeping duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Necessary to the Work Maintenance Electrician I Knowledge of correct and safe usage of electrical and electronic test equipment; knowledge of relay logic and motor control systems and components; knowledge of PLC ladder logic and Input/Output wiring; skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematic diagrams, and equipment specification manuals; ability to distinguish primary colors and their attributes; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to use heavy tools including, but not limited to, hammer drills, ditch, forklift, electric carts, drill presses, reciprocating saws, bandsaws, core drills, concrete saws, pipe benders, and threaders; ability to perform physically demanding tasks as outlined above; ability to work outdoors at night, and under adverse working conditions such as inclement weather; ability to work effectively under heavy, unpredictable surges in workload; ability to work various shifts and mandatory overtime. Maintenance Electrician II Knowledge of correct and safe usage of electrical and electronic test equipment; knowledge of instrumentation, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with ability to diagnose, calibrate, and repair; knowledge of relay logic and complex motor control systems and components; knowledge of PLC ladder logic and Input/Output wiring; knowledge of low voltage signal wiring standards and protocols; knowledge of local, state, and national electric codes; skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematic diagrams, and equipment specification manuals; ability to distinguish primary colors and their attributes; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to use heavy tools including, but not limited to, hammer drills, ditch, forklift, electric carts, drill presses, reciprocating saws, bandsaws, core drills, concrete saws, pipe benders, and threaders; ability to perform physically demanding tasks as outlined above; ability to work outdoors at night, and under adverse working conditions such as inclement weather; ability to work effectively under heavy, unpredictable surges in workload; ability to work various shifts and mandatory overtime. Maintenance Electrician III Knowledge of correct and safe usage of electrical and electronic test equipment; knowledge of instrumentation, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with ability to diagnose, calibrate, and repair; knowledge of relay logic and complex motor control systems and components; knowledge of PLC ladder logic and Input/Output wiring; knowledge of low voltage signal wiring standards and protocols; knowledge of local, state, and national electric codes; skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematic diagrams, and equipment specification manuals; ability to distinguish primary colors and their attributes; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to safely and properly use a high voltage hot stick and other related test equipment; ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high and medium voltage switch gear and components; ability to use heavy tools including, but not limited to, hammer drills, ditch, forklift, electric carts, drill presses, reciprocating saws, bandsaws, core drills, concrete saws, pipe benders, and threaders; ability to perform physically demanding tasks as outlined above; ability to work outdoors at night, and under adverse working conditions such as inclement weather; ability to work effectively under heavy, unpredictable surges in workload; ability to work various shifts and mandatory overtime.

Minimum Requirements Maintenance Electrician I High School Diploma or GED; three or more years of experience working as an electrician/instrumentation technician; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must meet job knowledge and job skills assessment requirements. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Must have safe work and driving habits. Maintenance Electrician II High School Diploma or GED; five or more years of experience working as an electrician/instrumentation technician; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must hold an Electrician (EE) or Master Electrician (ME) License through the State of Kentucky or reciprocating state or have completed a state certified electrical apprenticeship.

Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have safe work and driving habits. Maintenance Electrician III High School Diploma or GED; five or more years of experience working as an electrician/instrumentation technician; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Must hold an Electrician (EE) or Master Electrician (ME) License through the State of Kentucky or reciprocating state or have completed a state certified electrical apprenticeship. Must maintain a Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Must have safe work and driving habits. This position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug testing.