Sr. Maintenance Electrician

Greif • La Porte, TX

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on manufacturing and electrical equipment and systems according to established procedures. Performs troubleshooting and root cause analyses of machine and system issues. Utilizes manuals, work orders, hand and power tools, and measuring instruments to complete tasks. Assembles, disassembles, replaces, and calibrates machinery and parts as needed. Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) or technical training and 4+ years of recent experience in an industrial/manufacturing maintenance position required.

Requirements

• Typically possesses a high school diploma, College degree or technical training such as; Industrial Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance electrician, Automation Technician, Instrumentation technician, Mechatronics Technician
• 5+ years of recent experience in an industrial/manufacturing maintenance position required.
• Demonstrates ability to select and operate appropriate hand, power and specialty tools and diagnostic equipment to complete job tasks
• Possesses an operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, and electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrates ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively communicate issues and solutions to team members.
• Familiar with PNP and NPN sensors, as well as analogical and digital control signals
• Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Logical reasoning
• Possesses the ability to troubleshoot, disassemble, and reassemble manufacturing equipment
• Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under limited supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.
• Familiar with NFPA 70 Electrical codes
• Proficient in electrical prints interpretation, for replacing and troubleshooting devices
• Experience calculating and replacing main Circuit breakers.
• Familiar with Arc flash/ Arc blast concepts
• Familiar with machine manual/drawings to execute preventive maintenance and order parts needed for corrective and preventive maintenance
• Familiar with at least one software for PLC troubleshooting/Programing (RSLogix 5000, TIA Portal, STUDIO 5000, SIMATIC Manager, etc.)
• Familiar with Profibus, Ethernet, and PROFINET Networks
• Experience troubleshooting Automatic machines
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must be proficiency on written and speaking English
• Familiar with Maintenance concepts (Corrective, Predictive and preventive)
• Experience with CMMS Software

Nice To Haves

• Electrician Journeyman License or Industrial Electrician License
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensures reliability of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance on machinery and systems.
• Performs tasks including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Use hand tools and measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts.
• Assembles, installs, adjusts, and calibrates mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment. Dismantles, repairs, rebuilds, and replaces equipment and parts as needed.
• Adheres to all plant safety policies. Participates in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean Manufacturing programs
• Provides assistance and guidance to junior maintenance colleagues
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Execute preventive Maintenance to machines and electrical cabinets such as clean up electrical cabinets, re-tight all electrical terminals, replace damaged devices, organize cables, ensure all components are perfectly grounded, replace bad sensors, replace control and power cables going to the field
• Manage Work orders on eMaint platform to report all executed tasks on the machines
• Must be familiar with Programable Logic Controllers (PLC), must be able to diagnose bad input/Output card
• Execute predictive maintenance to Main power cabinets using thermographic camera
• Troubleshoot electrical faults on machines and electrical devices
• Root cause analysis for major breakdowns on machines.
• Replace and configure Servo drives, VFD’s and HMI’s.
• Replace and Troubleshoot 480 VAC motors, 120 Vac motors
• Replace and troubleshoot servo motors

Benefits

• Health Insurance from Day 1: no waiting period, your medical, dental, and vision coverage starts immediately.
• Award-Winning Workplace: Recognized with the 2024 and 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for our commitment to our colleagues.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy up to 80 hours of PTO plus paid holidays to rest, recharge, and do what matters most.
• Retirement and Financial Security: Take advantage of our 401(k) and comprehensive disability coverage
• Invest in Your Future: We offer tuition reimbursement for college courses and professional certifications to help you grow.

What This Job Offers

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