Electrical Maintenance Mechanic \"A\"

Rimtec Corporation; Burlington (NJ); Presencial; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Rimtec Corporation is seeking an experienced maintenance technician for overnight production support. You will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues, read blueprints and schematics, and service motor control systems and VFDs on a night shift.

Responsibilities include installing control panels, performing preventive maintenance, and fabricating parts with shop equipment. Strong safety and documentation practices are essential.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in electrical/mechanical technology, industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or related trade-school certification preferred.
• Three+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Experience operating lathes and mills is preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs/HMIs and 480V three‑phase systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams for motor control.
• Proficiency with relays, contactors, motor starters, and VFDs.
• Basic automation understanding; PLC familiarity a plus.
• Proficient with multimeters and precision measuring tools.
• Ability to work independently at night; lift 50 lbs and climb ladders.

Responsabilidades

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery and facility equipment during overnight operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Troubleshoot and repair motor control systems, including relays, contactors, and VFDs.
• Install, wire, and test control panels in accordance with NEC and local codes.
• Diagnose mechanical issues involving bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Support basic automation tasks: troubleshooting sensors, limit switches, PLC I/O, and drive parameter adjustments.
• Fabricate or repair parts using lathes, mills, welding equipment.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime; modify equipment and assist with new installations.
• Document repairs and maintain maintenance logs; communicate issues to day shift.
• Follow lockout/tagout, safety, and OSHA procedures.

Conhecimentos

Safety-minded

Electrical systems

Follow instructions

Diagnostics

Math & documentation

Welding

Fabrication

Machining

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Shift work

Microsoft 365

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or trade-school cert (preferred)

Ferramentas

Lathes

Mills

Multimeters

Welding equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Key Job Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery and facility equipment during overnight operations.


• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.


• Troubleshoot and repair motor control systems, including relays, contactors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).


• Apply advanced knowledge of common electrical circuits to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.


• Install, wire, and test control panels and electrical components in accordance with NEC and local codes.


• Diagnose mechanical issues involving bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics.


• Support basic automation tasks, including troubleshooting sensors, limit switches, and PLC I/O, and adjusting drive parameters.


• Fabricate or repair parts as needed using shop equipment, including lathes, mills, and welding equipment.


• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize overnight production downtime.


• Modify equipment and assist with new equipment installations.


• Document repairs, maintain accurate maintenance logs, and communicate open issues to the day shift.


• Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO), safety, and OSHA procedures.

Education/Background/Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. An associate degree in electrical or mechanical technology, industrial maintenance, or mechatronics—or trade-school certification as an electronics technician—is preferred.


• Three or more years of experience as an electrical, mechanical, or maintenance technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment.


• Experience operating lathes and mills is preferred.


• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs, along with 480-volt, three-phase systems.


• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams and use them to diagnose motor control circuits and basic automation components.


• Working knowledge of relays, contactors, motor starters, and VFDs.


• Basic understanding of automation and control systems; familiarity with PLCs is a plus.


• Proficiency with multimeters, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during night hours.


• Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and remain on your feet for extended periods.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Self-motivated, dependable, and safety-focused.


• Proficiency with electrical systems and machinery used on active manufacturing production lines.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.


• Ability to diagnose electrical faults and component failures systematically.


• Basic math skills and the ability to complete documentation accurately.


• Welding, fabrication, and machining skills.


• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with plant team members and contractors, explain technical issues clearly, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a union environment.


• Ability to follow strict safety protocols when installing, maintaining, and repairing systems.


• Prior shift and/or on-call maintenance experience preferred.


• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft 365.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery and facility equipment during overnight operations.


• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.


• Troubleshoot and repair motor control systems, including relays, contactors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).


• Apply advanced knowledge of common electrical circuits to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.


• Install, wire, and test control panels and electrical components in accordance with NEC and local codes.


• Diagnose mechanical issues involving bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, hydraulics, and pneumatics.


• Support basic automation tasks, including troubleshooting sensors, limit switches, and PLC I/O, and adjusting drive parameters.


• Fabricate or repair parts as needed using shop equipment, including lathes, mills, and welding equipment.


• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize overnight production downtime.


• Modify equipment and assist with new equipment installations.


• Document repairs, maintain accurate maintenance logs, and communicate open issues to the day shift.


• Follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO), safety, and OSHA procedures.

Education/Background/Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. An associate degree in electrical or mechanical technology, industrial maintenance, or mechatronics—or trade-school certification as an electronics technician—is preferred.


• Three or more years of experience as an electrical, mechanical, or maintenance technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment.


• Experience operating lathes and mills is preferred.


• Experience troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs, along with 480-volt, three-phase systems.


• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams and use them to diagnose motor control circuits and basic automation components.


• Working knowledge of relays, contactors, motor starters, and VFDs.


• Basic understanding of automation and control systems; familiarity with PLCs is a plus.


• Proficiency with multimeters, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during night hours.


• Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and remain on your feet for extended periods.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Self-motivated, dependable, and safety-focused.


• Proficiency with electrical systems and machinery used on active manufacturing production lines.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.


• Ability to diagnose electrical faults and component failures systematically.


• Basic math skills and the ability to complete documentation accurately.


• Welding, fabrication, and machining skills.


• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with plant team members and contractors, explain technical issues clearly, and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a union environment.


• Ability to follow strict safety protocols when installing, maintaining, and repairing systems.


• Prior shift and/or on-call maintenance experience preferred.


• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft 365.