Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to support maintenance operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining industrial electrical systems, PLC-controlled equipment, motors, drives, and automated production machinery to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician with strong industrial maintenance experience, PLC troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair industrial electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Install, wire, and modify industrial electrical systems and automation controls.
• Troubleshoot and program Allen-Bradley PLCs (500 & 5000 platforms).
• Install and maintain electrical panels, control cabinets, motors, relays, sensors, VFDs, AC/DC drives, and related components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment reliability.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and equipment documentation.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and communicate replacement needs.
• Follow OSHA, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and company safety procedures.
• Communicate equipment status during shift transitions.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when required.
• Work with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve equipment performance.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and assist with planned maintenance shutdowns.

Required Qualifications

• Experience performing industrial electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong PLC troubleshooting and programming experience.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC 500 and 5000 platforms.
• Experience with electrical panel wiring and control cabinet assembly.
• Knowledge of relay logic, voltage converters, motors, sensors, control circuits, VFDs, and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and root cause analysis.
• Working knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and industrial safety practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with elevated temperatures.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scissor lifts, and boom lifts while using required fall protection.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and respond to emergency maintenance needs.

Hiring Process

• Recruiter phone and in-person screening.
• Client on-site technical interview.
• Written technical assessment.
• Additional interview if needed.

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