Electrical Technician

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong 401(k) Plan

Day-One Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Stable Schedule

Job summary

A leading industrial services company based in Chicago is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician for a 1st shift role. The position involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial equipment, including presses and conveyors. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience with strong knowledge of PLCs and electrical safety protocols. The role offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, including medical coverage and a stable schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical issues on various industrial equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and equipment upgrades.
• Build and wire control panels.
• Conduct PLC I/O checks and upload/download programs for troubleshooting.

Skills

PLC knowledge

HMI knowledge

Electrical safety

Panel building

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs

Job description

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Keep production running. Troubleshoot PLCs, drives, and industrial equipment on a steady 1st shift.

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Salary: $38 - $45 per hour

A bit about us:

Founded 75+ years ago and based in Chicago, with operations in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment, we are a team focused on safety, reliability, and operational excellence. We take pride in maintaining complex industrial systems that support high-quality production while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and hands‑on problem solving. Our maintenance team plays a critical role in keeping advanced manufacturing equipment operating at peak performance.

Why join us?

• Strong 401(k): With a 5% total employer contribution
• Day‑One Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation time that increases with tenure
• Paid Holidays: 10 company‑paid holidays each year
• Stable Schedule: 1st shift, Monday–Friday — no rotating shifts

Job Details

Electrical Technician – 1st Shift (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday–Friday)

We’re hiring an experienced Electrical Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical issues on presses, ovens, motors, conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and equipment upgrades.
• Build and wire control panels.
• Install and troubleshoot VFDs, motion drives, and high/low‑voltage circuits.
• Conduct PLC I/O checks; upload/download PLC/HMI programs for troubleshooting.
• Support installation and testing of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate repair and maintenance logs.

What You Need

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of electrical maintenance experience in an industrial setting
• Strong PLC and HMI knowledge
• Panel building and wiring experience
• Solid understanding of electrical safety
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs (PLC‑5, SLC, Micrologix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix)
• Strong AC/DC motor drive knowledge
• Journeyman license or equivalent

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