Electrical Technician

JM Eagle•Fontana, CA

11d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Technician installs, troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and tests electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment throughout a manufacturing facility. The role supports safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations by performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance while following Company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable electrical codes. The position works independently and collaboratively with production, engineering, contractors, and other departments to minimize equipment downtime. It has no supervisory responsibilities. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential. Overtime, weekends, holidays, rotating schedules, and emergency call-ins may be required based on operational needs. Employees must comply with Company safety rules and wear required personal protective equipment. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field preferred; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant work experience.
Minimum three years of industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, AC/DC motors and drives, motor controls, electrical distribution systems, instrumentation, process controls, and industrial electrical equipment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and safe electrical work practices.
Strong troubleshooting, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience.
Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical and mechanical equipment issues.
Ability to interpret written and verbal instructions, electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical documentation.
Ability to prioritize work assignments, exercise sound judgment, and work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders, and work at varying heights as needed.
Ability to reach, grasp, push, pull, and perform repetitive use of the hands and arms.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently; heavier items require team lifting or mechanical assistance.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic instruments safely and effectively.
Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and electrical systems while wearing required PPE.
Ability to recognize equipment status indicators, warning signals, gauges, and other operational displays.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and other departments.
Ability to operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and other powered industrial equipment after appropriate training and authorization.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
Minimum three years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial electrical and mechanical equipment.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
Troubleshoot analog and digital control systems, PLCs, motor controls, sensors, instrumentation, and electrical components.
Install, maintain, repair, and test AC/DC motors, motor drives, inverters, transformers, electrical panels, lighting systems, and conduit.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot facility electrical distribution systems.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, manuals, and technical specifications.
Repair and maintain electrical motors, drives, process equipment, and associated mechanical components.
Inspect equipment and determine when repairs or component replacements are required.
Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and plant improvement projects.
Complete maintenance work orders, inspection reports, and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Company safety procedures.
Maintain work areas according to Company housekeeping standards.
Safely operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and other equipment after receiving appropriate training and authorization.
Assist in training new maintenance employees as assigned.
Work with production, engineering, contractors, and other departments to minimize equipment downtime.
Respond to emergency equipment failures as required.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Perform other duties as assigned.