Electrical Technician

Important: Candidates must not have any prior employment history or affiliation with our client, as the client does not consider former employees for rehire.

Important – Work Schedule Requirement:  This position requires candidates to work 12 consecutive days followed by 2 days off , with  mandatory overtime and rotating weekends .  Recruiters must:

• Clearly explain this schedule to every candidate before submission.
• Confirm the candidate is both able and willing to work this schedule (including overtime and rotating weekends).
• If the candidate is  not comfortable with this schedule or the required overtime,  do not submit their profile.

Schedule (8 Total Openings):

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

There are 8 total openings across all three shifts. The client expects approximately 2–3 hires per shift, with the final allocation determined based on business needs.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• We are seeking a skilled Electrical Technician to join our maintenance team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• This position is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial electrical systems, PLC-controlled equipment, motors, drives, and automated production machinery.
• The ideal candidate is safety-focused, self-motivated, and committed to maximizing equipment reliability while minimizing downtime.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Install, wire, and upgrade industrial electrical systems and automated controls.
• Troubleshoot and program PLC systems, including Allen-Bradley 500 and 5000 platforms.
• Install, maintain, and repair AC/DC drives, motors, control panels, relays, and electrical components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to improve equipment reliability.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain electrical spare parts inventory and communicate replenishment needs.
• Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), OSHA, and company safety procedures.
• Communicate equipment status and repair progress during shift changes.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts safely when required.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve equipment performance.
• Respond to emergency equipment failures and support planned shutdowns as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and repair records.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and programming.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and AC/DC drive systems
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical motors, control circuits, sensors, relays, VFDs, and industrial automation systems.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and preventative maintenance.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures and industrial safety standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working in hot manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders, scissor lifts, and boom lifts while utilizing required fall protection.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime, weekends, and respond to emergency call-ins as needed.