Maintenance Electrician

Job Description Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Maintenance Electrician Tech Schedule: 1st Shift, overtime as needed, on call as needed Pay: Based on Experience
Position Overview Responsible for organizing, handling, and supporting general maintenance and electrical needs for machinery, equipment, and facility operations. Key Accountabilities Electrical Work – 50% Install and maintain electrical systems such as new equipment, alarms, and lighting.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to programming and logic on industrial equipment.
Read and understand electrical schematics.
Install and maintain safety and distribution components such as interlocks, switches, and circuit breaker panels.
Routinely inspect and replace outdated wiring and components.
Follow National Electrical Code and state/local building regulations.
Plan and design layouts of fixtures, wiring pathways, and other electrical elements in an industrial setting.
Identify and mitigate safety hazards, code violations, and other electrical issues.
General Maintenance – 30% Maintain production and lab machinery and equipment in proper working condition through regular preventive maintenance (electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic).
Diagnose and analyze problems, implement solutions, perform repairs, and verify effectiveness.
Coordinate with external maintenance providers when necessary.
Complete maintenance logs and maintain accurate records of repairs and routine maintenance.
Assist with purchasing tools, equipment, and materials; communicate with vendors as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Equipment Management – 20% Assist in evaluating and planning machinery or equipment purchases based on production needs.
Maintain and organize equipment manuals and documentation.
Support installation and setup of new machinery and assist external contractors.
Train employees on proper operation of installed equipment.
Qualifications Required: 2+ years of industrial electrical experience
Completion of an electrician apprenticeship, certification, or technical degree
2+ years of maintenance or journeyman experience
Strong mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, blueprints, maintenance, and repair
Ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Forklift experience
Preferred: Trade or technical certifications
Plumbing experience