Maintenance Electrician

JIREH METAL PRODUCTSJob Description: Maintenance Electrician

Location: Grandville, MIReports To: Director of Maintenance Interfaces With: Production, Engineering, Tool Room, Quality, Operations

Role Purpose

• Maintain and improve plant electrical systems, production equipment, and controls to support safe, reliable manufacturing. Troubleshoot failures, complete preventive maintenance, and support equipment installation and startup.

Core Accountabilities

Electrical and Controls Maintenance

• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled equipment, motors, variable-frequency drives, sensors, relays, and control circuits using schematics, diagnostic software, and electrical test instruments.

• Interpret PLC ladder logic and input/output status to isolate faults. Make authorized control adjustments within training and coordinate complex programming changes with Engineering.

• Install, wire, and maintain control panels, machine electrical systems, plant power, and lighting; keep electrical drawings current after approved changes.

Equipment Reliability and Installation

• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance, inspections, and corrective repairs. Identify root causes of recurring failures and recommend improvements that reduce downtime.

• Support equipment installations, startup, changeovers, and upgrades; verify repairs and safe operation before releasing equipment to Production.

Safety and Work Practices

• Follow applicable electrical codes and company procedures for lockout/tagout, arc flash and shock protection, confined spaces, and hazardous materials. Work within training and authorization.

• Maintain machine safeguards and an orderly work area; report unsafe conditions promptly.

Documentation and Team Support

• Record work orders, failure causes, repairs, downtime, and parts used in the company maintenance system. Communicate equipment status and outstanding issues at handoff.

• Coordinate priorities with Maintenance and Production, assist with related repairs, train team members as assigned, and perform other related duties.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; two-year degree in Electronics or Electrical Technology, completed electrical apprenticeship, or equivalent education and experience.

• At least two years of hands-on industrial electrical or controls maintenance experience, including PLC troubleshooting. Journeyman or Master Electrician license preferred.

• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic, troubleshoot motor controls and drives, and safely use electrical test equipment. Basic computer and maintenance-record skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Extended standing and regular walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and reaching; manual dexterity and sustained attention for electrical and maintenance work.

• Ability to lift and move components weighing up to 50 pounds and perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Travel Requirements

• Limited travel may be required.

Language Requirements

• Must be able to read and write in English and understand technical instructions and safety information.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Safety glasses and hearing protection are required in manufacturing areas. Wear electrical and other task-specific protective equipment as required.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing areas with moving machinery, electrical hazards, noise, dust, grease, moisture, fumes, and chemicals; potential for cuts and burns. Varying temperatures and occasional outdoor exposure.

Key Performance Indicators

• Equipment uptime, response to breakdowns, and reduction of repeat failures.

• Timely maintenance completion and effective, lasting repairs.

• Safety compliance and accurate, complete maintenance records.