Electrical Maintenance Technician

Manpower; West Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits starting day 1

Job summary

Manpower Direct Hire is seeking a Senior Electrical Mechanical Technician for a manufacturing facility in Hazleton, PA. The role focuses on maintaining electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems to ensure high equipment reliability.

Pay ranges from $35.00 to $45.00 per hour, based on experience, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus and benefits starting on Day 1. Primarily day shift; some 2nd/3rd shifts considered.

Qualifications

• Requires 4+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems.
• Diagnose PLC, HMI, and drive-related issues at device and I/O level.
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings.
• No PLC programming required; focus on troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC & controls

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Mechanical equipment

Instrumentation & automation

Ladder logic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Beckhoff

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician
Location: Hazleton, PA Employment Type: Direct Hire
Shift: Primarily Day Shift (2nd and 3rd shift candidates will also be considered)
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00/hour (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 ($1,000 paid after 6 months and $1,000 paid after 1 year)
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits starting on Day 1

About the Opportunity

Manpower Direct Hire is seeking a skilled Senior Electrical Mechanical Technician to join a growing manufacturing facility producing industrial packaging products, including intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) and high-density polyethylene plastic drums. This is an excellent opportunity for maintenance professionals looking for long-term career growth, strong compensation, and advancement opportunities within a stable manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, and drive-related issues at the device and I/O level.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot controls systems including Allen-Bradley and Beckhoff platforms.
• Utilize ladder logic for troubleshooting and fault isolation (no PLC programming required).
• Complete instrumentation calibration, loop checks, and equipment documentation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend equipment reliability improvements.
• No PLC programming required; troubleshooting experience is the primary focus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting experience in:
  • Electrical systems
  • PLCs and controls
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Mechanical equipment
  • Instrumentation and automation
• Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

ManpowerGroup recognizes the importance of providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. We are committed to creating a welcoming, fair and inclusive environment by offering equal opportunity to access our services. At ManpowerGroup, we are committed to providing accommodations, and will work with you to meet your needs.