Electrical Maintenance Technician - Dyersburg, TN

Amteck, LLC•Dyersburg, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Amteck is hiring Electrical Maintenance Technicians for its growing Service division. The role performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, testing, and repairs on electrical systems and equipment in industrial and manufacturing environments. The technician helps maintain the reliability, safety, and efficiency of facility electrical infrastructure and supports uptime and continuous operations by servicing power distribution equipment, motors, controls, and related components. Work must comply with NFPA 70B, OEM specifications, and NETA standards. The position requires frequent travel, potentially up to 100%, including air travel and other methods. Duties may involve working in cramped areas, overhead, at heights over 30 feet, on ladders and stairways, and in a variety of weather conditions. The role includes physical activity such as standing, walking, sitting for extended periods, reaching overhead, handling equipment, lifting up to 50 pounds, and bending or moving on hands and knees. Essential functions are performed with or without accommodations.

Requirements

Ideally, 5 or more 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 with electrical tools, diagnostic instruments, and testing equipment.
Strong computer proficiency, including generating, reviewing, uploading, and sending 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 construction safety rules and regulations.
Strong knowledge of scheduling and reporting processes for maintenance activities.
Ability to identify and mitigate potential issues before they cause cost impacts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and customer interaction.
Customer growth mindset focused on reliability, safety, and productivity.
Well-developed decision-making skills, particularly regarding equipment safety and operational impact.
Ability to demonstrate and enforce company and site-specific safety requirements, with zero tolerance for unsafe behaviors.
Ability to travel frequently, up to 100% of the time, including by airline and other methods.
Above-average mechanical aptitude and basic math ability; ability to read construction documents.
Willingness to participate in field training, including on-the-job, classroom-based, or virtual training.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions; talk and hear.
Ability to comply with Amteck’s dress code and personal appearance policies.
Visual ability to focus and perceive color and depth, including seeing small objects and small print on dials and drawings.
Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; frequently use hands to handle or feel objects and reach with hands and arms, including raising arms above shoulder level to install equipment.
Ability to manipulate materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, frequently and over distances of 30 feet or more as needed.
Ability to climb or mount using hands or feet, including step stools, 8- to 10-foot ladders, extension ladders, and stairways of three or more flights; includes working at heights over 30 feet.
Ability to touch, lift, hold, or operate objects with the hands up to 50 times daily.
Ability to bend at the waist or back, lower oneself, and move on hands and knees 20 to 50 times daily.
Ability to 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 or certification.
OEM-specific equipment training and certification.
NETA electrical testing and maintenance certification, preferably QEMW.

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.
Visually inspect electrical components, wiring, and connections for wear, contamination, or damage.
Clean, lubricate, and mechanically service electrical equipment.
Test power distribution systems, control equipment, and motors to verify proper functionality.
Assess equipment condition and operating environments to identify maintenance risks and improvement opportunities.
Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc-flash awareness, and review of current arc-flash studies.
Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives and incorporate safe work practices into job tasks.
Document inspections, test results, corrective actions, and recommendations accurately.
Identify and mitigate potential issues proactively to minimize downtime and cost impacts.
Communicate with customers, supervisors, and team members about work performed and equipment condition.
Instruct, implement, and enforce the company safety program and site-specific safety requirements.