Maintenance Electrician - Chicago, IL

North Coast Container•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

North Coast Container is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, automation, and control systems throughout an industrial manufacturing facility. The role involves diagnosing electrical issues affecting manufacturing equipment and automation systems to minimize downtime and support production efficiency. The electrician works with production, operations, maintenance, and engineering teams, supports maintenance and improvement activities, documents work, and follows applicable safety requirements and procedures. The work takes place in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution center, or industrial facility environment, with exposure to moving machinery, electrical equipment, noise, and varying temperatures. Required personal protective equipment must be worn. The position may require overtime, weekend work, and on-call availability as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
Strong knowledge of and troubleshooting skills in electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs, and industrial automation.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
Proficiency with electrical testing equipment, including multimeters and megohmmeters.
Knowledge of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrical safety standards.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work at heights and in varying environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a technical, vocational, or apprenticeship program in electrical maintenance.
Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent certification.
Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or other PLC platforms.
Industrial manufacturing experience.
Familiarity with robotics, automated systems, and VFDs.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems, manufacturing equipment, and automation controls.
Diagnose and resolve issues involving PLC-controlled machinery, robotic systems, conveyors, motors, drives, sensors, and control panels.
Install, modify, and maintain electrical equipment and control systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical manuals.
Troubleshoot and repair variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor starters, relays, contactors, and control circuits.
Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Inspect equipment for potential failures and recommend corrective actions.
Assist with equipment installations, machine start-ups, automation upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
Collaborate with production, operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve equipment performance and plant efficiency.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, complete work orders, and document repairs and modifications.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and company safety procedures.
Respond to equipment breakdowns, production interruptions, and maintenance emergencies as required.