Maintenance Electrician

Nesco Resource  Job Summary
The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and installation of electrical equipment including automation systems used in sheet metal processing and fabrications operations. This role supports continuous production by ensuring plant electrical equipment, distribution , and control circuits operate safely, reliably, and efficiently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Electrical & Controls Maintenance

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical and limited mechanical systems, including:

• Diagnoses and resolve electrical and controls related issues.

• Perform electrical work in accordance with OSHA and plant safety standards.
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• Assist with startup, commissioning, and testing of new or upgraded equipment.

• Interpret electrical schematics and control system documentation.
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• Execute preventive maintenance tasks on electrical equipment.

• Identify repeat failures and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability.

• Assist with root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment and process failures.
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• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve safety and productivity.

• Support electrical projects, including upgrades and retrofits.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and updates in the CMMS.

• Ensure compliance with all plant safety, environmental, and quality policies.

• Support lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures.

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical certification electrical technology preferred.

• 3–7 years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing facility

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and electrical safety standards.

• Experience in sheet metal fabrication processes

• PLC programming experience

• Experience with robotic systems

• Ability to work rotating shifts and weekends

• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Effective communication with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams

• High attention to safety and detail

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.