Job Description Summary
The Maintenance Technician – Electrical is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, electronic, and automated equipment to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This hourly position focuses on electrical systems, controls, PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and related automation equipment. The technician plays a key role in minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Description

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical and control systems
Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, PLC systems, motor controls, drives, sensors, relays, contactors, and other automation components
Diagnose faults in electrical circuits, control panels, programmable controllers, and production equipment
Install, test, calibrate, and maintain sensors, switches, motors, drives, and instrumentation devices
Support troubleshooting and minor programming changes for PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems
Work with variable frequency drives (VFDs), HMIs, servo systems, and other industrial control technologies
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, technical manuals, and work orders
Perform panel wiring, component replacement, and electrical modifications as needed
Assist with equipment startup, commissioning, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, troubleshooting findings, and parts usage in maintenance systems
Ensure compliance with electrical codes, plant safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental requirements
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to identify and resolve equipment issues
Support root cause analysis and recommend solutions to improve equipment uptime and reliability

Diploma Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics
Technical degree, certificate, apprenticeship, or vocational training in electrical maintenance, industrial electricity, automation, or related field preferred
Experience in industrial maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, or manufacturing support
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs, drives, and industrial sensors
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documents
Basic understanding of PLC logic and ability to troubleshoot automated systems
Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, clamp meters, and diagnostic tools
Ability to safely work on industrial electrical equipment and follow lockout/tagout procedures
Basic computer skills for work orders, documentation, and maintenance systems
Ability to work independently and in a team environment

3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
Experience troubleshooting PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE, Mitsubishi, or similar
Familiarity with HMI systems, VFDs, servo drives, and automated production equipment
Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols is a plus
Experience with programming, editing, or troubleshooting PLC ladder logic
Understanding of sensors including photoelectric, proximity, limit, pressure, and temperature devices
Knowledge of robotics, motion control, or instrumentation is a plus
Experience using CMMS or other maintenance management systems

Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work in industrial environments
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to work around electrical systems, machinery, noise, heat, and moving equipment
Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, or in varying plant conditions as required

Hourly, non-exempt position
Overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call support may be required based on operational needs

Relocation Assistance Provided: No