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30 General Shale Electrical Jobs Hiring Near You

Electrician

Columbia, SC

$23.25 - $31.75/hr

... General Shale Brick, Inc., is seeking an Electrician to join our Columbia, SC manufacturing facility. Responsibilities: * Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant electrical systems and equipment.

Maintenance Technician Roanoke, VA General Shale Brick, Inc., the leading manufacturer of brick and ... Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and plumbing systems. * Complete general ...

Electrician

Columbia, SC

$23.25 - $31.75/hr

... General Shale Brick, Inc., is seeking an Electrician to join our Columbia, SC manufacturing facility. Responsibilities: * Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant electrical systems and equipment.

Maintenance Technician Roanoke, VA General Shale Brick, Inc., the leading manufacturer of brick and ... Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and plumbing systems. * Complete general ...

Maintenance Technician Augusta, GA General Shale, Inc., the nation's leading manufacturer of brick ... Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment issues * Read and follow diagrams ...

Maintenance Electrician

Henderson, TX · On-site

$26.25 - $33.50/hr

Maintenance Electrician Henderson, TX Red River Brick, a premier brand of the General Shale network ... This role is critical to maintaining plant reliability through electrical, PLC, and automation ...

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Maintain and update electrical prints and ensure secure copies of all PLC programs are stored in ... and General Shale's innovative brick and masonry solutions for commercial and residential ...

Electrician I

Elgin, TX · On-site

$27 - $33/hr

Maintain and update electrical prints and ensure secure copies of all PLC programs are stored in ... and General Shale's innovative brick and masonry solutions for commercial and residential ...

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General Shale Jobs Information

Do workers at General Shale get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
60% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Does General Shale pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
64% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

At General Shale, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
67% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from General Shale affordable enough for their workers?

Only some people say the health insurance costs are okay.
57% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at General Shale?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers at General Shale worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
75% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do General Shale workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
67% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it for General Shale workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at General Shale?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
73% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do General Shale managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
50% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do jobs at General Shale spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
14% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at General Shale?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
73% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is working at General Shale good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
83% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people at General Shale feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
89% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at General Shale get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
67% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at General Shale?

Most people feel stressed here.
82% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at General Shale enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
36% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at General Shale recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at General Shale?

Most people didn’t get enough training when they started.
70% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at General Shale?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 55% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think General Shale’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
100% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how General Shale is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
82% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

What are the most popular job types at General Shale?

    Infographic showing various Electrical job openings at General Shale in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

    $23.25 - $31.75/hr

    Full-time

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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    General Shale rating

    6.0

    Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

    Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


    Job description

    Electrician
    Columbia, SC
     

    Watsontown Brick, a division of General Shale Brick, Inc., is seeking an Electrician to join our Columbia, SC manufacturing facility.

    Responsibilities:

    • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant electrical systems and equipment.
    • Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled and automated machinery.
    • Maintain electrical drawings, PLC backups, and parts inventory.
    • Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned.
    • Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or GED required.
    • Electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
    • Working knowledge of PLCs and automated equipment preferred.
    • Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
    • Commitment to safety and teamwork.

    Compensation:

    • Competitive pay
    • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid vacation and holidays
    • Advancement opportunities with an industry-leading manufacturer

    Learn more about General Shale at generalshale.com


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    About General Shale

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    General Shale’s mission is to continue as the preferred solutions provider of building materials in North America because of the enduring quality, energy efficiency and natural beauty that our products provide. Driven by innovation that is modern and future-oriented, General Shale employees set the standard because of our shared commitment to safety, the environment and an intense focus on creating the ultimate customer experience.

    Industry

    Construction materials wholesalers

    Company size

    1,001 - 5,000 Employees

    Headquarters location

    Johnson City, TN, US

    Year founded

    1928