Electro-Mechanical Technician

JTM Food Group•Harrison, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electro-Mechanical Technician responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment and first-level support for controls troubleshooting in a food manufacturing environment. The role focuses on equipment reliability, safe execution, food safety compliance, and minimizing downtime through quick, accurate response and routine maintenance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (6+ years preferred for senior-level candidates), ideally in food manufacturing or other regulated environments.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills with working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems.
Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing 480V 3-phase systems, including motors, drives, and controls.
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC systems for diagnostic use (no programming required).
Experience using and interpreting CMMS tools, electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and ladder logic diagrams.
Proficient in the use of electrical test tools such as digital multimeters, ammeters, and megohmmeters.
Solid understanding of process control instrumentation including photo eyes, retroreflective, diffuse, laser, and proximity sensors.
Ability to comprehend and apply technical data, wiring diagrams, schematics, and verbal instructions.
Comfortable working in cold, hot, elevated, and confined environments while wearing proper PPE.
Skilled in the safe use of hand and power tools; capable of accurately bending and installing conduit.
Familiarity with National Electric Code, LOTO procedures, and arc flash safety practices.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills required.
This is a full-time onsite position.

Nice To Haves

Industrial Maintenance Certification, 3+ year apprenticeship, or associate degree in a related technical field preferred.
OSHA 10/30 certification, state electrical license, or journeyman credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance (PM & PdM) on production and utility equipment
Respond to urgent and routine corrective maintenance needs to minimize equipment downtime.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and basic controls systems, including: motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pneumatics, actuators, and automated/robotic systems.
Electrical components such as wiring, cords, plugs, contactors, overloads, switches, disconnects, fuses, relays, breakers, sensors, and limit/photo/proximity switches.
Assist in replacing or installing electrical components, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and PLC processors.
Use PLC software (e.g., Allen-Bradley) for first-level diagnostics (e.g., checking fault codes, I/O status, HMI interface)—no programming or code changes permitted.
Collaborate with Controls Engineers for advanced troubleshooting and programming tasks.
Maintain observation-only access to controls tools, respecting all boundaries related to programming, logic changes, and SCADA/MES systems.
Accurately complete and close work orders in the CMMS, documenting all work performed for internal tracking and compliance (e.g., OSHA, USDA, BRC).
Maintain and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and technical manuals.
Support a clean, safe, and efficient workspace by adhering to LOTO, arc flash safety, GMP, and all plant safety protocols.
Work in cold environments, including freezers, as well as at elevated heights or in confined spaces, while wearing appropriate PPE.
Work collaboratively with team members to support troubleshooting and drive continuous improvement.
Other duties and special projects assigned by leadership.