Maintenance Technician - Price, UT

Amteck, LLC•Salt Lake City, UT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Amteck is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join its growing Service division. This role is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of electrical systems and equipment in industrial and manufacturing environments. The technician ensures compliance with NFPA 70B, OEM specifications, and NETA standards while maintaining the reliability, safety, and efficiency of facility electrical infrastructure. This position supports uptime and continuous operations by servicing power distribution equipment, motors, controls, and related components.

Requirements

Ideally 5+ years of experience in an industrial electrical maintenance setting
Strong understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, and industrial electrical installations
Ability to develop and execute preventive maintenance strategies aligned with industry standards
High proficiency using electrical tools, diagnostic instruments, and testing equipment
Strong computer proficiency, including the ability to generate, review, upload, and send reports and project information
Ability to interpret and apply arc‑flash studies and safety protocols
Extensive knowledge of current NEC rules and regulations
Extensive knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E and other rules and regulations in regards to construction safety
Strong knowledge of scheduling and reporting processes for maintenance activities
Identification and mitigation of potential issues before cost impacts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and customer interaction
Customer growth mindset with a focus on reliability, safety, and productivity
Well-developed decision-making skills, particularly regarding equipment safety and operational impact
Demonstrates and enforces company and site‑specific safety requirements with zero tolerance for unsafe behaviors, reinforcing that all incidents are preventable through consistent safe work practices
Ability to travel frequently up to 100% of the time, including by airline and other methods
Above average mechanical aptitude, basic mathematic ability, and the ability to read construction documents
The willingness to participate in field training, whether it by OJT, classroom-based, or completely virtual
Ability to understand oral and written instructions; ability to talk and hear.
Compliance with Amteck’s dress code and personal appearance policies.
To perceive or comprehend by the sense of sight. Characteristics are: Focus, Color perception or depth perception.
Must be able to see small objects and small print on dials and drawings
Employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and remain sitting for long periods of time.
Employee will frequently use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This includes lifting arm(s) above shoulder level to install equipment.
Ability to manipulate materials and/or equipment up to 50 lbs, frequently and at long distances (30+ feet) as needed.
Ability to move up or mount by using the hands or feet to include: Ladders - Step stool, 8' to 10' ladder, extension ladder, Stairways - 3 or more flights. This includes working at heights over 30 feet.
To stretch out, extend, or put forth a bodily part.
To touch or grasp something, by extending or stretching.
To touch, lift, hold or operate with the hands up to 50 times daily.
To bend forward or down from the middle of the waist or the middle of the back, to bend, downwards, to lower oneself and/or to move freely on hands and knees between 20-50 times daily.
Perform skilled work in cramped areas, overhead, at heights, and in a variety of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B electrical safety and maintenance training/certification preferred, but not required
OEM-specific equipment training and certification preferred, but not required
NETA electrical testing and maintenance certification, preferably QEMW, preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Perform electrical preventive maintenance and testing in accordance with NFPA 70B, OEM specifications, and NETA standards
Conduct infrared thermography to identify abnormal heat signatures and potential electrical faults
Complete visual inspections of electrical components, wiring, and connections to identify wear, contamination, or damage
Clean, lubricate, and mechanically service electrical equipment to ensure proper performance and longevity
Perform electrical testing on power distribution systems, control equipment, and motors to verify proper functionality
Assess equipment condition and operating environments to identify maintenance risks and improvement opportunities
Apply proper safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc-flash awareness, and reviewing current arc-flash studies
Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives and integrate safe work practices into all job tasks
Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, test results, corrective actions, and recommendations
Proactively identify and mitigate potential issues to minimize downtime and cost impacts
Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and team members regarding work performed and equipment condition
Instruct, implement and enforce the company safety program and site specific safety requirements
Reinforce that all incidents are preventable is critical to our success