Electrical Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Transmission & Distribution World; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock seeks an Electrical Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Winston-Salem. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex electrical/electronic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, with PLCs, HMIs, and automation focus.

The role emphasizes downtime reduction through skilled troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, working closely with production operators in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years electrical maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing setting
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety practices, and lockout/tagout procedures
• Ability to read/interpet electrical and mechanical drawings

Responsibilities

• Read electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Install, configure, and calibrate instrumentation and control devices.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Industrial electronics

PLC troubleshooting

Lockout/Tagout

Electrical drawings

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

CMMS (JDE-Oracle)

Job description

General Information

Job ID

ATR67025

Posting Job Title

Electrical Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Locations

NC Winston-Salem Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

24-Sep-2026

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Maintenance Technician (Electrician) - Level III

Pay: $32-38/hr. (based on experience)

Shift: 2nd

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Technician to join our maintenance team. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex electrical and electronic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electronics, PLCs, and automation systems.

When you join Smurfit Westrock, you will be joining a team that creates sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help move the world forward. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical and electronic systems. You will work closely with production operators and play an important role in downtime reduction through skilled troubleshooting.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Install, configure, and calibrate instrumentation and control devices.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, VFD's, sensors, and control systems using testing equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Install/repair electrical wiring, equipment, and control circuits; new electrical services; replace and repair wiring and faulty electrical equipment as needed (including computer cable).
• Must understand NFPA 70E standards and can apply these standards in the work situation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 3 years' electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting. Critical technical, functional, or operational knowledge
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety practices, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a 24/7 operation.
• Ability to maintain various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and automation systems.
• Familiar with troubleshooting A/C and D/C VFD systems (Schneider Electric, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.).
• Familiar with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) program (JDE-Oracle)
• Familiar with controls related to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.