Electromechanical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for troubleshooting and performing major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance of equipment on site, including motors and refrigeration rooms to maximize up time. Training of staff as required and coordinating with other mechanics on duty for repairs and ensuring all assigned work is timely completed.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial production equipment, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
• Diagnose equipment failures using electrical schematics, technical manuals, PLC diagnostics, and testing equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, sensors, motors, VFDs, and industrial controls.
• Install, maintain, and replace electrical components including:
  • 3-phase motors
  • VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)
  • Motor starters
  • Power supplies
  • Relays and contactors
  • Proximity sensors and photo eyes
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and OEM documentation.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain conveyor systems, packaging equipment, and automated production machinery.
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation through the CMMS system.
• Coordinate repairs with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Communicate with equipment manufacturers and vendors as needed for technical support.
• Follow all OSHA, food safety, GMP, and company safety requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to measure size and dimension by means of calipers and to interpret bar graphs.
• Proficient in electrical installations, maintenance and repair in all settings.
• Must be able to operate industrial forklifts, equipment or tools.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Required

• Minimum 5 years of Electro-Mechanical Maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting experience with:
  • PLC-controlled equipment
  • Industrial electrical systems
  • Pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Motors and motor controls
  • VFDs and industrial automation
• Experience working with 24VDC, 120V, 240V, and 480V electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience using electrical testing equipment such as multimeters and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong root-cause analysis and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, RSLogix, or Studio 5000.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, Electronics Engineering, or related technical field.
• Food manufacturing, bakery, packaging, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Experience with CMMS systems.
• Associate's degree or technical certification in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or related field.

#Eurohigh #EuroUrgent