Electrical Maintenance Technician
API Heat Transfer•Franklin, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
At General ThermoDynamics (an API Heat Transfer Company), we are seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations. This role is critical in maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe, efficient production. The ideal candidate brings strong troubleshooting capability, electrical expertise, and experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3–7+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience (manufacturing preferred)
- PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley or Siemens preferred)
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Industrial wiring and controls
- Electrical diagnostic tools (multimeters, megohmmeters)
- Ability to read ladder logic diagrams and schematics
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Flexibility to work overtime or on-call as needed
Nice To Haves
- Technical degree or certification in Electrical Maintenance or related field preferred
- Experience with automation, robotics, or HMI systems is a plus
- Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent
- Experience in metal fabrication or heat exchanger manufacturing
- Familiarity with CMMS systems
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems including motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and control panels
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to support uptime and reliability
- Respond to equipment failures and implement timely corrective actions
- Install and modify electrical wiring, components, and control systems
- Support equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and capital projects
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
- Maintain and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment including: Furnaces, Welding systems, Leak testing equipment, Material handling systems
- Support PLC-controlled and automated systems troubleshooting
- Follow OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E regulations and company safety procedures
- Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements
- Participate in safety audits, investigations, and corrective actions
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and records
- Identify and implement improvements to increase equipment reliability
- Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
- Benefits eligibility Day 1
- Generous PTO Plan - Earn vacation immediately.
- Attendance Bonuses Paid
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401k Plan with company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
