Electrical Control Tech

Medline Industries, LP • Lithia Springs, GA

3d • $35 - $51

About The Position

With minimal oversight, the Electrical Controls Technician supports and maintains manufacturing equipment and associated support systems. Working in partnership with Operators, Maintenance, and Engineering, the technician helps ensure electrically controlled devices operate successfully and safely. The role includes identifying and eliminating safety risks, troubleshooting electrical and control issues, maintaining correct hardware and software configurations, performing preventive maintenance, entering information in the CMMS system, completing work orders, backing up programs, and keeping prints and manuals current.

The technician inspects, tests, troubleshoots, repairs, installs, calibrates, and maintains electrical and instrumentation equipment. The position also prioritizes work orders supporting control systems, motors, mechanical equipment, and PLC programming, and uses Windows, industrial software, and CMMS/EAM tools. The technician may assist maintenance mechanics with mechanical repairs, communicates technical issues professionally, and follows written and oral instructions and the Controls Change Management System.

Requirements

• An associate degree in an electronic field, an electrical diploma/certificate, or a high school diploma/GED and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing or industrial experience involving troubleshooting and PLC programming.
• Experience troubleshooting VFDs (variable frequency drives) and servo motors.
• Proficiency with MS Windows, industrial software, and CMMS/EAM.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business priorities and assignments.
• Ability to train and coach others using technical expertise.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and create redlines.
• Ability to use hand tools and familiarity with machine shop equipment.
• Results-oriented approach focused on defining problems and generating alternative solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for electrical control systems.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, push, and lift for extended periods daily.

Nice To Haves

• PLC programming experience with AB Logix and Siemens S7 platforms, including integrated motion.
• Bachelor’s degree in an electronics field.
• Five years of equivalent experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical equipment, including motors, starters, breakers, transformers, switches, relays, fuses, drives, cabling, PLCs, control panels, lighting, UPS systems, and alarms.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation equipment, including transmitters, valves, positioners, actuators, dampers, flow meters, and level sensors.
• Complete and prioritize work orders for control systems, motors, mechanical equipment, and PLC programming.
• Troubleshoot maintenance-related technical issues and emergencies involving electrical, motor, and control systems.
• Determine appropriate corrective actions and implement them safely, including taking electrical readings, tracing wiring, testing motors, and checking relays, breakers, fuses, sensors, and system health.
• Discuss and explain technical issues professionally in a business environment, including during equipment breakdowns.
• Use MS Windows, industrial software, and CMMS/EAM systems daily.
• Assist shift maintenance mechanics as needed, including performing mechanical repairs when appropriate.
• Help ensure facility equipment operates safely, properly, and efficiently in accordance with written and oral instructions.
• Comply with the Controls Change Management System, ensuring non-emergency changes are approved and documented before implementation.
• Perform preventive maintenance, enter data into the CMMS system, execute work orders, back up programs, and keep prints and manuals up to date.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package.
• Continuing education and training.
• Health insurance for employees working an average of 30 or more hours per week.
• Life and disability benefits for employees working an average of 30 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and the Employee Service Corp for employees working less than 30 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree