Electrical Maintenance Tech

Position SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to support the operation, reliability, and continuous improvement of a high-speed distillery and beverage production facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving electrical, controls, and electromechanical systems throughout the plant.The ideal candidate will have strong industrial electrical troubleshooting skills, experience working with automated manufacturing equipment, and a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, control circuits, motors, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, instrumentation, and automated production equipment.Perform preventive maintenance (PM), predictive maintenance (PdM), and corrective maintenance activities on manufacturing and utility equipment.Diagnose equipment failures using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC logic, and troubleshooting tools.Support production by responding to equipment breakdowns and minimizing downtime.Maintain and troubleshoot conveyors, pumps, compressors, packaging equipment, filling systems, bottling/canning equipment, and process equipment.Assist with installation, commissioning, startup, and validation of new equipment and capital projects.Utilize SAP, CMMS, or other maintenance systems to document work orders, equipment history, and maintenance activities.Conduct root cause analysis (RCA), 5 Whys, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability.Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to improve asset performance.Support autonomous maintenance initiatives and operator training as needed.Participate in daily production meetings, maintenance reviews, and reliability improvement activities.Follow all safety, environmental, food and beverage manufacturing, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S principles.Preferred Technical SkillsPLC troubleshooting and diagnostics (Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation preferred)Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)AC/DC motors and motor controlsElectrical distribution systems up to 480VSensors, photo eyes, proximity switches, encoders, and instrumentationHMI systems and industrial automation controlsPneumatic and hydraulic systemsIndustrial networking and communication systemsPreventive and predictive maintenance methodologiesRoot Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement toolsQualificationsJourneyman Electrician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Electrical Maintenance Technician certification, technical degree, or equivalent experience preferred.Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing, brewery, distillery, beverage, food processing, packaging, or consumer products facility.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment in a production environment.Strong understanding of electrical safety, LOTO, and industrial maintenance best practices.Experience with SAP, CMMS, or other maintenance management systems preferred.Physical RequirementsAbility to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, temperature fluctuations, moisture, and moving machinery.Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces as required.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.Ability to work overtime, weekends, and shift schedules as needed.KeywordsElectrical Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, Electromechanical Technician, Maintenance Technician, PLC Technician, Controls Technician, Allen-Bradley PLC, Rockwell Automation, VFD Troubleshooting, Motor Controls, Instrumentation Technician, Automation Technician, Brewery Maintenance, Distillery Maintenance, Food Manufacturing Maintenance, Beverage Manufacturing Maintenance, Industrial Automation, Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, SAP, CMMS, Electrical Troubleshooting, Reliability Maintenance.Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceReferral programRetirement planTuition reimbursementEducation:Associate (Required)License/Certification:Electrician Apprentice (Preferred)Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr