Electrical Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, including LOTO, arc flash procedures, and job safety assessments.
• Support safety investigations and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Diagnose faults on PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, safety relays, sensors, and control panels using schematics, ladder logic, and test instruments (multimeter, clamp meter, megger).
• Identify root causes and implement permanent fixes.
• Install, commission, and repair production and facility equipment (pumps, ovens/furnaces, CNCs, air compressors, HVAC, scrubbers).
• Replace and terminate motors, drives, contactors, sensors, and cabling up to 480V 3-phase.
• Use structured problem solving (5-Why, Fishbone) to prevent recurrence; recommend design or component upgrades (e.g., adding surge protection, improving panel ventilation, hardening against corrosion/fumes).
• Execute PMs and calibrations on electrical/control systems; document findings and follow up on corrective actions. Support PdM activities (e.g., vibration/IR/ultrasonic data collection if applicable).
• Accurately record work, time, parts, and failure codes in the CMMS. Keep electrical prints, panel schedules, and device lists current; assist with asset labeling and hierarchy.
• Identify critical spares, verify specs, and coordinate with the storeroom. Ensure all parts used are issued to work orders for cost tracking.
• Collaborate with operators, engineers, vendors, and other technicians to plan repairs and minimize downtime. Provide clear status updates and handoffs.
• Support unplanned events and critical operations; participate in on-call rotation and occasional off-shift/weekend work as needed.
• Work to NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and internal standards; support audits and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or Associate’s in Electrical/Industrial Technology preferred.
• 7+ years in industrial/manufacturing electrical maintenance with strong controls troubleshooting (or 5+ years with a technical degree/certification).
• Proven ability to read/interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, panel layouts, and ladder logic.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs/HMIs, VFDs, sensors, safety circuits, and control panel wiring.
• Comfortable working on 480V 3-phase power, MCCs, distribution panels, and machine controls.
• Basic understanding of pneumatics/hydraulics and instrumentation (pressure, flow, level, temperature).
• Computer skills: CMMS usage, PLC software navigation, device backup/restore, and email/Office tools.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and self-management; can work independently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.