Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems on heavy steel-processing equipment. This role is critical to maximizing equipment uptime and supporting safe, efficient production on three RBI cut-to-length lines and one Branner slitting line.

The ideal candidate has strong industrial manufacturing electrical experience, is comfortable troubleshooting automated controls, PLCs, and VFDs, and follows all electrical and lockout/tagout safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues involving PLCs, VFDs, motors, sensors, relays, control circuits, and automated equipment.
• Perform electrical maintenance and repairs on RBI cut-to-length lines and one Branner slitting line.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to identify and correct equipment issues.
• Conduct routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Install, repair, and replace electrical components, panels, conduit, wiring, switches, sensors, and other control-system hardware.
• Run conduit, pull wire, and assist with installation or modification of new electrical systems and equipment.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and parts used.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to respond promptly to equipment failures and minimize operational interruptions.
• Follow all OSHA, NEC, company safety policies, and plant-specific lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in steel processing, heavy manufacturing, metal fabrication, or other heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Strong PLC and VFD troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot heavy processing machinery, automated controls, electrical panels, and sensors.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and control-system documentation.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices, OSHA requirements, NEC standards, and LOTO procedures.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize repairs, and respond effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Valid Texas Journeyman Electrician license is strongly preferred.
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to the new facility in Waller, TX. and current site.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cut-to-length lines, slitting lines, or similar steel-processing equipment.
• Familiarity with motors, drives, industrial controls, instrumentation, and electrical panel installation.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safe work practices.