Production Maintenance Electrician IV

Amentum is seeking a Production Maintenance Electrician IV for our facility operations & maintenance team in Waukesha, WI.

About the Role

The Production Maintenance Electrician IV performs at the subject matter expert level in maintaining, troubleshooting, programming (CNC and PLC), and servicing all aspects of facility and production equipment. This role involves maintaining, improving, and troubleshooting Machine Tool and Critical to Production equipment, working with various control systems and platforms, and collaborating with specialized technicians or subcontractors. The position also includes mentoring less skilled technicians, communicating with site management and customers, identifying and correcting safety issues, and performing independent equipment evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs facility and production systems, equipment, and related mechanical systems.
• Programs, modifies, and interfaces with various MMI (HMI) devices.
• Leverages proficiency in electronic data communication methods such as Profibus, Profinet, SCADA, Ethernet, and remote I/O (wired and wireless).
• Creates and troubleshoots ladder logic; develops new logic as needed.
• Interfaces with onsite Machine Tool SCADA and develops relevant HMIs in conjunction with historian data.
• Conceives and implements automated solutions using control schemes.
• Assures calibration and maintenance of instrumentation, equipment, and controls for optimal performance.
• Responds to emergencies and stabilizes the facility.
• Performs plant alignment and switching to facilitate Critical Environment Workflows.
• Monitors suppliers and third-party vendors for Critical Environment workflows.
• Creates and manages processes, procedures, and supporting documentation for Critical Environment workflows.
• Records details and resource requirements for all Critical Environment activities.
• Finds solutions and assists with procurement of spare parts.
• Identifies and documents cost savings.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Creates and modifies procedures for equipment and recommends reliability improvements.
• Responds to and provides feedback on work orders while ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving them.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational skills.
• Understands and enforces company policies and safety regulations, including job hazard analysis, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE use.
• Operates measuring, diagnostic, and testing instruments for energy efficiency solutions.
• Uses hand tools, laptop computers, and diagnostic hardware to perform work.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of experience performing electrical and mechanical machine tool service and repair in a heavy industrial environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain a security access badge at the client’s location.
• Fluency in computer use, including the full Microsoft product line.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients, even under stress.
• Strong communication skills for telephone, one-on-one, and group discussions, meetings, and presentations.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times per shift.
• Flexibility to bend, stoop, and squat repetitively during shift.
• Regularly kneel repetitively for the shift.
• Ability to move in a 90-degree fashion repetitively during shift.
• Ability to stretch and reach repetitively during shift.
• Walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
• Safely operate an Ariel Lift.
• Use a Company/Client-approved utility knife.
• Differentiate colors for wire color-coding.
• Perform tasks requiring repetitive wrist movement.
• Read and understand information from documents or computer screens.
• Use office equipment and operate a computer keyboard for data access and document preparation.

Special Requirements

• Wear steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed.
• Cope with job-related stressors to maintain acceptable performance levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Industrial Technology, Industrial Electrical, or a related program.
• Experience troubleshooting BAS/BMS systems and controls (e.g., Schneider Electric BAS, Honeywell, Siemens, Edstrom).
• Experience creating HMIs using Historian data.
• Knowledge of Building Systems sequence of operations.
• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing process mechanical systems such as HVAC equipment and supporting utilities.
• Experience with Fire Protection Systems.
• Knowledge of Water Systems used in critical environment applications.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and working with electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience using testing equipment such as meggers, voltmeters, and multimeters for maintenance and troubleshooting.

Other Attributes

• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• May be required to work holidays and weekends.

Pay

$35 - $40 per hour. The compensation range is a good-faith estimate and may vary based on job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions or benefits.

Schedule

• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.