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Insteel Industries

Manufactures steel wire reinforcing for concrete

Electrical Technician

Full-Time
No salary listed
Junior
Hazle Township, PA, USA
In Person
Building TradesElectrical
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Know and understand safety equipment and machine safety procedures.
  • Possess in-depth knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical control systems.
  • Have a working knowledge of electrical safety guidelines and safety-related work practices, including Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash safety regulations.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of the safe and proper use of basic electrical diagnostic equipment, including volt/ohm meters, and proficiency in basic multimeter functions such as testing fuses and conductivity.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading, drawing, and understanding electrical blueprints, schematics, electrical diagrams, and symbols.
  • Possess working knowledge of 24V, 110V, 220V, 277V, and 480V three-phase systems.
  • Complete broad technical training consisting of high school plus 1 to 2 years of apprenticeship or applied trades training, including shop mathematics, complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, programmable logic controller programs, direct-current drive motors, alternating-current drive motors, and precision measuring instruments.
  • Have a minimum of 2 years of experience as an Electrical Technician in a manufacturing environment.
  • Be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, and lift or carry heavy materials, often over 50 pounds, throughout the shift.
  • Be able to work safely around heavy machinery and tolerate heat, cold, loud noise, dust, vibration, slippery surfaces, electrical shock hazards, oil, grease, and solvents while using required personal protective equipment.
  • Be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures and conduit, and electrical systems in a discrete heavy manufacturing environment.
  • Use technical expertise to ensure equipment and processes function properly and produce within quality specifications and designed performance.
  • Practice safe work habits individually and with co-workers and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and electrical integrity.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose polarity and electrical power distribution systems and correct problems in alternating-current motor drives.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose advanced electrical circuits, including relays, contactors, motors, starters, and direct-current drives.
  • Operate or work near heavy machinery, use hand and power tools, and perform repetitive motions as required.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and use required personal protective equipment in the industrial manufacturing environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Multi-craft experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Organizational experience with computerized maintenance management software.

About the company

Insteel Industries manufactures steel wire reinforcement products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand, welded wire reinforcement, concrete pipe reinforcement, engineered structural mesh, and standard welded wire reinforcement. Its products are sold to manufacturers of concrete products used in nonresidential construction to reinforce concrete structures. The company operates facilities across multiple states and employs about 1,000 people. Its objective is to be a major supplier of steel reinforcement for concrete and to help the construction industry build safer, longer-lasting structures.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Mount Airy, North Carolina

Founded

1953

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What believers are saying

  • July 16, 2026 results showed $197.7 million sales and debt-free $22.9 million cash.
  • Management said highway spending rose 3% and infrastructure demand stayed reasonably strong.
  • PC strand imports fell 30% in early 2026 after tariff coverage tightened.

What critics are saying

  • Upper Sandusky closes by October 2026, cutting 65 jobs and taking a $4.6 million charge.
  • Gross margin fell to 10.2% in Q3 2026 as wire rod and freight inflation persisted.
  • Persistent input inflation plus weak private construction can erase pricing power and force plant shutdowns.

What makes Insteel Industries unique

  • Insteel, America’s largest wire-reinforcement maker, spans 10 plants across eight states.
  • H.O. Woltz III has built a tariff-protected domestic moat since Section 232 expanded in 2025.
  • Remaining plants have ample open capacity, enabling fast consolidation without losing revenue.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays

Company News

Spot On North Carolina
Aug 25th, 2026
Mount Airy's Insteel closing second Ohio plant, eliminating 65 jobs.

Mount Airy's Insteel closing second Ohio plant, eliminating 65 jobs. With plans to close the Upper Sandusky plant by Oct. 31, Insteel will complete the exiting of the two Ohio production facilities it acquired in a $70 million all-cash purchase of E...

Concrete Products
Aug 25th, 2026
Insteel Industries consolidates welded wire reinforcement production.

Insteel Industries consolidates welded wire reinforcement production. Sources: Insteel Industries Inc., Mount Airy, N.C.; CP staff Insteel Industries Inc. will cease operations at its Upper Sandusky, Ohio welded wire reinforcement (WWR) facility by the end of October and shift production to sister plants. As the top player in steel wire reinforcements, Insteel serves precast, prestressed and concrete pipe producers, along with concrete contractors, from 10 WWR, engineered structural mesh or PC strand plants across eight states. "The consolidation is an important step in positioning Insteel for long-term success by aligning our manufacturing footprint to customer demand, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening our cost competitiveness," says CEO H.O. Woltz III. "We understand the impact this decision has on our employees and are committed to providing support and assistance throughout the transition."

Yahoo Finance
Jul 23rd, 2026
Insteel Industries Q3 earnings fall to $9M as higher costs offset price increases

Insteel Industries reported third-quarter 2026 net earnings of $9 million, or $0.46 per share, down from $15.2 million, or $0.78 per share, in the prior year quarter. The decline came despite higher average selling prices and improved shipment activity, which were offset by increased costs. Third-quarter shipments rose 1.7% year-over-year, supported by infrastructure activity, though private non-residential construction remained soft. Average selling prices increased 8.1% from the prior year quarter and 2.3% sequentially. Wet weather and project delays, including data centre-related projects, moderated shipment pace during the quarter. Company executives characterised these delays as timing-related rather than signs of weakening demand. Customer sentiment remains positive across key markets, supporting the company's outlook.

The Daily Advance
Jul 16th, 2026
Insteel Industries: fiscal Q3 earnings snapshot.

Insteel Industries: fiscal Q3 earnings snapshot. * STATS Perform dba Automated Insights * 3 hrs ago MOUNT AIRY, N.C. (AP) - MOUNT AIRY, N.C. (AP) - Insteel Industries Inc. (IIIN) on Thursday reported net income of $9 million in its fiscal third quarter. On a per-share basis, the Mount Airy, North Carolina-based company said it had net income of 46 cents. The maker of steel wire reinforcing for the concrete and construction industry posted revenue of $197.7 million in the period. For copyright information, check with the distributor of this item, STATS Perform dba Automated Insights. Special editions.

Yahoo Finance
Jun 12th, 2026
Construction Partners leads industrials with 40% revenue growth while Insteel and Enphase underwhelm

Construction Partners, a US civil infrastructure company, stands out as a strong long-term industrials investment, whilst Insteel and Enphase underwhelm, according to recent analysis. Construction Partners has demonstrated exceptional performance with 39.9% annual revenue growth over two years and earnings per share increasing 46.7% annually. Its free cash flow margin expanded by 7.4 percentage points over five years, indicating improved capital efficiency. In contrast, Insteel's annual revenue growth of 5.9% over five years falls short of sector standards. Its free cash flow margin contracted by 5 percentage points, suggesting increased capital consumption. Enphase faces headwinds with sales declining 12.5% annually over two years, whilst its free cash flow margin dropped 10.9 percentage points, reflecting heightened defensive investments amid market pressures.