Electrical Technician

APRIL; Riau; On-site; IDR 89,280,000 - 156,240,000; Full time

Job summary

APRIL is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems across Power Boiler, Evaporator, Recausticizing, and Lime Kiln areas. The role requires hands-on experience with motors, MCC, switchgear, transformers, VFDs, and protection systems to ensure safe and reliable plant operation.

Based in Pangkalan Kerinci, Pelalawan, Riau, you will read electrical drawings, support shutdowns and commissioning, and

Qualifications

• D3/S1 Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical maintenance within process industries.
• Hands-on experience in Power Boiler, Evaporator, Recausticizing, or Lime Kiln areas preferred.
• Strong ability to read single-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiar with LOTO, electrical safety, work permits and HSE procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for electrical systems and equipment.
• Conduct inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment for safe plant operation.
• Coordinate with Operations and other maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Support shutdowns, turnarounds, and commissioning activities as needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Reading drawings

Shift work

Education

D3/S1 Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power Boiler

MCC & Switchgear

Transformers

VFD/Inverters

LV/MV Systems

Job description

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for electrical systems and equipment in Power Boiler, Evaporator, Recausticizing, and Lime Kiln areas.
• Conduct inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment to ensure safe and reliable plant operation.
• Maintain and troubleshoot electric motors, MCC, switchgear, transformers, VFD/inverters, soft starters, distribution panels, and electrical protection systems.
• Perform electrical maintenance for process equipment such as boiler feed pumps, ID/FD fans, conveyors, agitators, pumps, compressors, lime mud filters, kiln drives, and other rotating equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems related to motor trips, overloads, insulation issues, VFD faults, control circuits, and power supply abnormalities.
• Conduct electrical testing and inspection, including insulation resistance, continuity, grounding/earthing, motor condition, and protection devices.
• Support electrical maintenance during equipment shutdown, turnaround, commissioning, and major maintenance activities.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Coordinate with Operations, Instrumentation, Mechanical, and other Maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues and minimize plant downtime.
• Conduct root cause analysis for recurring electrical failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure electrical equipment and installations comply with SOP, electrical standards, LOTO, work permit, and HSE requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and equipment history.
• Support improvement projects related to equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and electrical system performance.
• Participate in emergency response, troubleshooting, and standby/on-call activities when required.

Requirements

• Minimum D3/S1 Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in electrical maintenance within a pulp & paper, power plant, chemical plant, or other process industry.
• Hands-on experience in Power Boiler, Evaporator, Recausticizing, and/or Lime Kiln areas is highly preferred.
• Strong experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of:
• Electric Motors
• MCC & Switchgear
• Transformer
• Electrical Protection System
• Distribution Panel
• Good understanding of LV/MV electrical systems and industrial power distribution.
• Able to read and understand single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment drawings.
• Experienced in electrical testing such as insulation resistance, continuity, grounding, and motor testing.
• Familiar with LOTO, electrical safety, work permits, and HSE procedures.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly for electrical equipment in continuous process operations.
• Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary maintenance teams.
• Willing to work on a shift basis and standby/on-call when required.
• Willing to be based in Pangkalan Kerinci, Pelalawan, Riau.