Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical Automation Services; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

12-hour shifts

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment on nights in a manufacturing facility. You’ll work with the maintenance team on complex repairs and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years’ industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical and PLC troubleshooting skills, and the ability to read schematics. Night shifts include a premium and adherence to safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or an associate’s degree preferred.
• Three+ years of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems, motors, VFDs, sensors, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Respond to production equipment issues and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Repair and maintain production machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting.
• Independently troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including PLC I/O diagnostics and ladder logic faults.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate maintenance records.
• Identify recurring problems and help develop lasting fixes.
• Request parts and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Follow plant safety procedures and food manufacturing quality practices.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical controls

Schematic reading

VFDs

Troubleshooting tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

PLC programming

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Location: Hiram, OHPay: $34.10–$36.70/hr, plus a $2.10/hr premium for 12-hour nights.Shift: Nights, 12-hour 2-2-3 rotation.We’re seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment in a manufacturing facility. This role is suited to someone who can handle common equipment issues independently and work with the maintenance team on more complex repairs.Industrial Electricians, Electrical Maintenance Technicians, Electro-Mechanical Technicians, and Multicraft Maintenance Technicians are encouraged to apply.ResponsibilitiesRespond to production equipment issues and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.Repair and maintain production machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.Read electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to support troubleshooting and repairs.Independently troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including PLC I/O diagnostics and reading ladder logic to identify faults.Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate maintenance records.Identify recurring problems and help develop lasting fixes.Request parts and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance.Follow plant safety procedures and food manufacturing quality practices.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required; technical training or an associate’s degree is preferred.Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Hands-on experience troubleshooting production equipment, electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and controls.Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.Ability to read schematics and use standard diagnostic tools.PLC troubleshooting experience required; PLC programming experience is a plus.Welding experience is a plus.Basic computer skills and familiarity with workplace safety practices.