Electrical Maintenance Technician

Charter Manufacturing•Cleveland, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Electrician is a key member of the Maintenance team and contributes directly to the safe and reliable operation of the facility. This position supports a strong safety culture, promotes continuous improvement, and works collaboratively with team members across the plant. The Industrial Electrician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical equipment, control systems, and related plant machinery. Additional duties may be assigned based on operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Three or more years of industrial electrical maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong knowledge of industrial electronics, AC/DC theory, power transmission, test instruments, instrumentation, variable frequency drives, programmable logic controllers, ladder logic, relay logic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motor controls, and electrical construction.
Ability to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide variety of industrial equipment using schematic diagrams, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, including lockout/tagout, fall protection, confined-space procedures, and mobile-equipment operation.
Ability to safely and professionally operate equipment such as forklifts, overhead traveling cranes, and aerial lift platforms.
Demonstrated understanding of good housekeeping practices and 5S principles.
Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
Strong mathematical, communication, reading, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to understand, follow, and provide instructions.
Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to receive and close work orders, use email, and perform basic Microsoft Office functions.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an electrical apprenticeship program, Journeyman Electrician certification, or equivalent work experience.
Previous steel industry or heavy manufacturing experience.
Welding and light fabrication experience.
Experience with industrial communication networks, including Profibus, Profinet, and Ethernet.
Experience with proportional-integral-derivative control loops and combustion-control systems.
Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and components.
Strong communication skills and experience working in a team-based maintenance environment.
Previous safety awareness training.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant equipment and electrical systems.
Analyze test results, machine error messages, equipment performance, and information provided by operators to identify and resolve equipment issues.
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, calibrations, installations, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Maintain and support industrial electrical equipment, motor controls, variable frequency drives, programmable logic controllers, and related control systems.
Partner with Mechanical Maintenance Technicians to respond to internal customer requests and equipment needs.
Help maintain the accuracy of the parts inventory system.
Perform additional plant and maintenance duties as directed by the supervisor.
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and work rules.
Comply with Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures.
Meet the essential requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.