Industrial Electrical Technician

Gcp Paper Usa • Houston, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Electrical Technician is responsible for performing electrical troubleshooting, routine inspections, diagnostic checks, and supporting mechanical repairs on high-speed paper and cardboard converting, cutting, winding, and folding equipment. This position requires a strong technical electrical background to safely inspect, repair, and maintain plant power distribution, sensors, motor controls, and automated production systems. Operating on the production floor, this role balances specialized electrical diagnostics with supporting mechanical interventions to minimize equipment downtime, maintain product quality standards, and ensure safe, continuous plant operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required (Secundaria completed).
• 2+ years of technical experience in an industrial electrical, electro-mechanical, or plant technician role within a continuous manufacturing environment (paper or packaging experience preferred).
• Demonstrated technical background in 480V/240V/120V industrial circuits, motor controls, VFDs, sensor troubleshooting, industrial bearing care, pneumatics, and precision measurement tools.
• Safe and proficient operation of electrical diagnostic equipment (multimeters, megohmmeters, wire strippers), as well as standard mechanical hand tools and power tools.
• Intermediate communication skills in English are required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational training diploma, trade certificate, or Associate Degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or Industrial Automation strongly preferred.
• NFPA 70E electrical safety, basic electrician trade certification, or Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certifications preferred.
• Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electrical troubleshooting, preventative repairs, and installation on high-speed production lines, including 480V/240V 3-phase power, AC/DC motors, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), relays, control transformers, and primary safety switches.
• Inspect, test, calibrate, and resolve error codes for industrial controls, photoelectric eyes, proximity sensors, limit switches, temperature controllers, and automated operator interface panels.
• Read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams, ladder logic, pneumatic schematics, and mechanical blueprints to perform rapid root-cause failure analysis during equipment stoppages.
• Conduct scheduled electrical and supporting mechanical preventive maintenance (PM) routines on converting production machinery, motor control centers (MCCs), control enclosures, and main facility distribution panels.
• Apply core mechanical principles to diagnose and repair pneumatic system faults (tracking air lines, pressure regulators, and cylinder mechanisms), mount/dismount industrial bearings, and perform precision machine format changeovers.
• Work with extreme caution when handling high-voltage electrical components. Execute full equipment Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols prior to performing service and strictly adhere to OSHA standards and NFPA 70E electrical safety guidelines.
• Identify and report critical equipment faults or electrical deviations affecting production speed and finished product quality, while maintaining fluid communication with production leaders and maintenance management.
• Request necessary repair materials, electrical consumables, and spare parts; temporarily restrict foot traffic in hazardous repair zones; and report structural or high-voltage issues requiring specialized external contractors.

Benefits

• 100% Employer-Paid Healthcare: Fully covered individual Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 100% Employer-Paid Disability: Fully covered Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
• 401(k) Plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED