Electrical Maintenance Lead

Caliberr Staffing; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing in Blytheville, AR seeks an Electrical Maintenance Lead to spearhead technical operations, ensure peak equipment reliability, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

You will mentor technicians, perform advanced troubleshooting on 480V circuits, PLCs, servo drives, and manage maintenance strategies, spare parts, and safety compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial electrical maintenance or heavy manufacturing.
• Proven PLC programming expertise in AB, Siemens, or Mitsubishi.
• Experience leading a maintenance team.
• Proficient in electrical troubleshooting, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Experience with CMMS for work orders and equipment history.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technicians to foster a culture of safety and technical excellence.
• Execute advanced troubleshooting and repairs on industrial electrical systems, including 480V circuits, PLC controllers, and servo motor drives.
• Design and refine preventive maintenance strategies to proactively mitigate equipment failure and production bottlenecks.
• Manage critical spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement to ensure rapid response to system disruptions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and improve overall plant efficiency.
• Maintain rigorous compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards to ensure a secure working environment.

Skills

PLC programming

High‑voltage systems

Team leadership

Electrical troubleshooting

CMMS experience

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology or Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

Job description

As an Electrical Maintenance Lead, you will spearhead technical operations to ensure peak equipment reliability and operational uptime. You will provide hands‑on technical guidance, troubleshoot complex electrical systems, and drive continuous improvement to optimize facility performance.

About the Role

As an Electrical Maintenance Lead, you will spearhead technical operations to ensure peak equipment reliability and operational uptime. You will provide hands‑on technical guidance, troubleshoot complex electrical systems, and drive continuous improvement to optimize facility performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technicians to foster a culture of safety and technical excellence.
• Execute advanced troubleshooting and repairs on industrial electrical systems, including 480V circuits, PLC controllers, and servo motor drives.
• Design and refine preventive maintenance strategies to proactively mitigate equipment failure and production bottlenecks.
• Manage critical spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement to ensure rapid response to system disruptions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and improve overall plant efficiency.
• Maintain rigorous compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards to ensure a secure working environment.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance or similar heavy manufacturing environments.
• Proven expertise in PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi) and high‑voltage systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a supervisory or team‑lead capacity.
• Strong proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic controls.
• Experience utilizing CMMS software to track work orders and equipment history.

Preferred Skills

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology or Industrial Maintenance.
• Hands‑on experience with welding, fabrication, and mechanical repair.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data‑driven continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments while managing multiple technical priorities.