Automation & Electrical Maintenance Technician

North American Stainless; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Stainless is seeking a Maintenance Technician to provide electrical, electronic, and automation support across the plant. The role focuses on breakdowns, scheduled downtime, and preventative maintenance, with advanced troubleshooting of complex automation systems and involvement in new equipment installation.

The position requires coordination with Maintenance Engineers, Supervisors, and Operations to ensure repairs meet functional requirements and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two-year technical college degree in Electronics or Industrial Automation.
• Experience with industrial automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls from the plant for automation and electrical breakdowns and performs necessary repairs to keep lines running.
• Repairs or replaces defective components affecting process lines and installs parts from spares as needed.
• Completes assigned maintenance work orders, including electrical, mechanical and automation tasks, during downtime or while machines run.
• Fills out daily reports on work completed for the Maintenance Log Book.
• Reports major system problems requiring engineering services to the assigned Engineer.
• Maintains calibration logs for critical instrumentation and PM check sheets.
• Performs housekeeping and supports other duties as assigned by Supervisors or Managers.
• Collaborates with Maintenance Engineers and Operations to verify repaired or modified systems are functioning properly.

Skills

Electrical systems

Automation

Troubleshooting

Preventive Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year technical college degree in Electronics or Industrial Automation

Job description

North American Stainless is seeking a Maintenance Technician to provide electrical, electronic, and automation support across the plant. The role focuses on breakdowns, scheduled downtime, and preventative maintenance, with advanced troubleshooting of complex automation systems and involvement in new equipment installation.

The position requires coordination with Maintenance Engineers, Supervisors, and Operations to ensure repairs meet functional requirements and safety standards.