Maintenance Technician-Electrical - Sterling MA - Shift M-F 6am-4pm

Starting pay for this position ranges from $40.00 to $49.00 per hour, with an expected starting rate of $43.00, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

About the role

Responsible for advanced electrical troubleshooting, controls systems support, equipment installation, PLC diagnosis, and maintaining electrical reliability across production and facility systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, and machine guarding requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation including schematics, panel drawings, and maintenance records.
• Participate in safety meetings, quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other job and project related duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems up to facility voltage standards.
• Diagnose and repair electrical failures involving motors, drives, transformers, relays, contactors, and control panels.
• Install, modify, and maintain electrical equipment in accordance with NEC requirements and company standards.
• Perform electrical preventive maintenance including thermal inspections and control panel audits.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and production systems.
• Diagnose communication failures involving HMIs, VFDs, sensors, servos, and automation devices.
• Support machine upgrades, automation projects, and control system improvements.
• Assist engineering with equipment installations.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems including motors, drives, sensors, relays, contactors, and control circuits.
• Assist with troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems.
• Replace and install electrical components in accordance with applicable codes and company standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical controls issues on:
  • Extruders
  • Gravimetric blending systems
  • Winders
  • Oscillators
  • Air rings
  • Corona treaters
  • Material conveying systems
  • Chillers and process cooling equipment
• Analyze recurring electrical issues and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as technical resource for Maintenance Technicians I and II.
• Lead complex troubleshooting efforts and root cause investigations.
• Recommend equipment improvements to increase reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support development of maintenance procedures and electrical standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5-8 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or related field (preferred).
• Journeyman Electrician certification or ability to complete Certified Electrical Worker (CEW) certificate.
• Experience in plastics, extrusion, packaging, or blown film manufacturing (preferred).
• Experience with industrial automation and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of motors, drives, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, and production equipment.
• Basic PLC troubleshooting skills (preferred).
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Able to consistently stand, walk, squat/kneel, bend, reach, pull/push, climb, crawl, work at overhead, waist height, and below waist.
• Able to work at heights and around operating machinery.
• Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to perform fine and gross motor skills.
• Able to read, comprehend and communicate (written and verbal) in English.
• Able to work overtime, weekends, and respond to emergency maintenance situations as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees (may vary by location)
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year (may vary by location)
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)