Maintenance Technician (Electrical Experience)

Maintenance Technician (Electrical Experience)

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / Maintenance Manager

Location: Garrettsville Ohio

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and production machinery. This position requires strong electrical troubleshooting skills to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Troubleshoot electrical control systems, motors, sensors, relays, contactors, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Support production by responding promptly to equipment breakdowns and minimizing downtime.
• Install, test, and commission new machinery and equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history.
• Ensure compliance with company safety procedures and applicable regulations.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and spare parts inventory as needed.

Qualifications

Education

• Technical degree or certification in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Technology, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with automated production equipment preferred.

Technical Skills

• Industrial electrical systems and controls.
• PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Electric motors, sensors, relays, and control circuits.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Use of electrical testing equipment such as multimeters and clamp meters.

Required Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment uptime and availability.
• Preventive maintenance completion rate.
• Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
• Reduction in equipment downtime.
• Maintenance work order completion.
• Compliance with safety standards.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing plant environment.
• May require standing, lifting, bending, and working in confined spaces.
• Availability to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts as needed.