Electrical and Instrumentation Lead Technician

Pratt Industries; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Lead Technician to oversee maintenance across the paper manufacturing facility. You will lead the electrical and instrumentation teams, troubleshoot complex systems, and ensure reliable operation of controls, motors, and drives.

The role emphasizes safety, lockout/tagout, and continuous improvement to maximize uptime. You will read schematics, mentor technicians, and collaborate with operations to minimize downtime and keep

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably paper, pulp, converting, or other heavy industrial operations.
• Knowledge of PLC systems (Allen-Bradley preferred), VFDs, motors, instrumentation, and process controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical diagrams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Previous project planning and managing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities during assigned shifts.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and process control equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Support paper machine, converting equipment, utilities, and plant infrastructure.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and electrical safety standards.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Work closely with operations personnel to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation in the maintenance management system.
• Participate in troubleshooting during emergencies and production outages.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives throughout the facility.
• On Call

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Schematic reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

VFDs

Motors and motor controls

Instrumentation and process controls

Job description

Position Summary

The Electrical & Instrumentation Lead Technician is responsible for leading electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities throughout the paper manufacturing facility. This position ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical systems, process controls, instrumentation, and automation equipment. The Lead Technician provides technical guidance to maintenance team members, troubleshoots equipment issues, and supports continuous improvement efforts to maximize production uptime.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities during assigned shifts.


• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs, drives, instrumentation, and process control equipment.


• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment.


• Support paper machine, converting equipment, utilities, and plant infrastructure.


• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.


• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and electrical safety standards.


• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.


• Train and mentor maintenance technicians on electrical and instrumentation systems.


• Work closely with operations personnel to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.


• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation in the maintenance management system.


• Participate in troubleshooting during emergencies and production outages.


• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives throughout the facility.


• On Call

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred.


• Minimum 5 years of industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance experience.


• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably paper, pulp, converting, or other heavy industrial operations.


• Working knowledge of:




• PLC systems (Allen-Bradley preferred)


• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)


• Motors and motor controls


• Instrumentation and process controls


• Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics




• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical diagrams.


• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Previous project planning and managing.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, and lift-up to 50 pounds.


• Work in industrial manufacturing conditions including heat, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.


• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Key Competencies

• Leadership


• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics


• Electrical Safety Compliance


• Preventive Maintenance


• Reliability Improvement


• Teamwork and Communication


• Continuous Improvement

This position plays a key role in maintaining safe and reliable plant operations while supporting production goals and minimizing equipment downtime.