Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Repairs and maintains electrical systems and equipment in a manufacturing environment. This position is primarily focused on electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, with secondary responsibility for general mechanical support as needed.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical systems, including motors, relays, switches, and wiring.
• Performs electrical testing using multimeters, ammeters, and ohmmeters.
• Diagnoses and repairs issues with 240V / 480V 3-phase systems.
• Replaces or repairs faulty electrical components to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Observes equipment in operation and identifies causes of electrical failures.
• Assists with PLC troubleshooting and maintenance (preferred but not required).
• Performs preventative maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.
• Dismantles equipment as needed to access and replace defective components.
• Tests equipment after repairs to verify proper operation.
• Provides mechanical support including basic repairs to hydraulics, pneumatics, and machinery as needed.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, tools, and equipment.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures, especially related to electrical work.
• Works with production teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong electrical background (primary requirement)
• Experience working with 240V / 480V 3-phase systems
• Ability to troubleshoot motors, wiring, relays, and electrical controls
• Experience using electrical testing equipment (multimeters, ammeters, ohmmeters)
• PLC knowledge is a plus, but not required
• Willingness to support mechanical maintenance as needed
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics preferred
• Good problem-solving and communication skills