Maintenance Electrician
About The Position
A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Electrician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems and production equipment within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability, supporting production operations, and maintaining compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and maintenance procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong industrial electrical troubleshooting skills, experience interpreting schematics and blueprints, and a solid understanding of industrial controls and electrical systems.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Industrial Electrical Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field; equivalent industrial electrical experience may be considered.
- Minimum of two years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, motor controls, starters, overload protection systems, and industrial electrical circuits.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Basic computer proficiency for maintenance documentation and communication.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in heavy manufacturing, metals, industrial processing, automotive, mining, paper, chemical, or similar industrial environments.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
- Familiarity with variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, industrial controls, and automation equipment.
- State electrical license, journeyman certification, or equivalent industrial electrical credentials preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while promoting a safe work environment.
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, equipment, and controls.
- Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation to perform maintenance and installation activities.
- Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems and production equipment.
- Diagnose electrical failures and equipment malfunctions using appropriate testing instruments and troubleshooting techniques.
- Install, modify, and repair wiring, conduit, electrical components, motors, transformers, control panels, and related equipment.
- Perform electrical bench repairs and component-level troubleshooting when required.
- Test electrical systems, circuits, and equipment using diagnostic tools such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, and other testing devices.
- Ensure electrical installations and repairs comply with applicable codes, standards, and company requirements.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and work order information.
- Identify equipment reliability concerns and recommend corrective actions or system improvements.
- Support production operations by responding to equipment breakdowns and minimizing downtime.
- Safely utilize hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and testing equipment.
- Work collaboratively with maintenance, engineering, and production personnel to support operational goals.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
