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Industrial Electrical Technician - Heavy Manufacturing
Full-Time Industrial Maintenance Electrical & PLC Troubleshooting
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Technician to join a growing maintenance team at a highly stable, Fortune 150 heavy manufacturing organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an Industrial Electrician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, or Controls Technician looking for long-term career growth, strong benefits, overtime opportunities, and advancement potential.
The facility operates in a demanding heavy industrial manufacturing environment where safety, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement are top priorities.
Why Join This Company?
- Competitive compensation with overtime opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k), profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement
- Strong opportunities for career advancement and internal promotion
- Stable company with a long-term commitment to its employees
- Modern industrial equipment, controls, and automation technology
- Strong safety-first culture
- Team-oriented maintenance and production environment
- Commitment to sustainability and responsible manufacturing
Industrial Electrical Technician Responsibilities
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on industrial production equipment
- Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems
- Diagnose and repair PLCs, motors, VFDs, drives, controls, sensors, and industrial electrical equipment
- Troubleshoot PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and automation systems
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems and components
- Perform electrical testing and equipment diagnostics to identify root causes of failures
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement projects
- Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to reduce equipment downtime
- Support preventive maintenance and equipment reliability initiatives
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and follow established procedures
- Follow all OSHA, electrical safety, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and company safety requirements
Qualifications
- 2+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing, steel, metals, recycling, or another heavy industrial environment
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs
- Knowledge of industrial controls, automation, and electrical systems
- Experience with AC/DC motors, motor controls, VFDs, and drives
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment in a fast-paced production environment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to safe work practices and a strong safety mindset
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, or a related field
- Journeyman Electrician license
- Military electrical or electronics experience, including U.S. Navy Nuclear training
- Experience working with high-voltage electrical systems
- Experience with industrial automation and controls
- Previous lead technician, team lead, or maintenance leadership experience
Career Opportunity
This position is ideal for an experienced Industrial Electrician, Electrical Technician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Controls Technician, or Industrial Maintenance Technician who wants to build a long-term career in heavy manufacturing.
If you have strong electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with PLCs and industrial controls, and take pride in keeping production equipment safe and reliable, apply today.
