Lead Machine Maintenance Technician (Electrical Focus)

Express Employment Professionals - Columbia, SC
  • Columbia, SC
  • $38–$40 Per Hour
1 day ago

Job Description

Position Summary

Lead site maintenance operations with a primary focus on industrial electrical troubleshooting, equipment reliability, and uptime. Mechanical experience is also needed.

Minimum Requirements

  • 3+ years of industrial electrical troubleshooting experience.
  • 3+ years reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • Experience troubleshooting:
  • 120V, 240V, and 480V systems
  • Three-phase power
  • Motors and motor controls
  • VFDs, relays, contactors, and sensors
  • PLC-controlled equipment
  • Strong knowledge of LOTO and electrical safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead maintenance operations and reliability efforts.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
  • Plan and prioritize maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
  • Manage CMMS work orders and preventive maintenance programs.
  • Review electrical drawings and support equipment installations.
  • Coordinate contractors, projects, and spare parts inventory.
  • Support maintenance budgeting and capital improvement projects.

Preferred Qualifications

  • PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
  • Technical degree or electrical certification.
  • Maintenance leadership or supervisory experience.

Hiring Standard

Electrical troubleshooting is the primary requirement for this position. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of industrial electrical troubleshooting experience and 3 years of blueprint/schematic reading experience. Candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be considered, regardless of mechanical maintenance experience.

Apply today to join a team where your technical expertise and leadership will make a direct impact on operational success.

Pay: $38 - $40/hourly - open for negotiation depending on experience

Call now! 803-788-8721

You should be proficient in:

  • Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
  • Electrical / Electronic Systems
  • Maintenance and Repair Skills
  • Equipment Repair & Maintenance

Numbers & Facts

LocationColumbia, SC
Salary$38–$40 Per Hour

Skills

  • Allen-Bradleyunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Capital Budgetingunmatched
  • Capital Projectunmatched
  • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Motor Control Systemsunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Order Managementunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Three Phase Powerunmatched

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