Electrical Maintenance Technician (PLCs & Automation)

Jobot; Lathrop (CA); On-site; USD 94,558,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Profit sharing bonus program

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

Jobot in Lathrop, CA is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to support PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and robotic equipment in an on-site manufacturing facility. You will troubleshoot electrical systems and contribute to automation upgrades while ensuring safe, efficient production.

The role focuses on electrical diagnostics, control wiring, schematics, and preventive maintenance. Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and robotics is preferred; a collaborative team environment is offered with

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, electrical maintenance, controls, or automation.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, sensors, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Fanuc robotics, Beckhoff controls, or vision systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial electrical systems, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, and robotic equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, control components, and production equipment.
• Support automation upgrades, equipment commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and equipment documentation.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and food manufacturing standards.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Controls

Automation

PLC troubleshooting

Fanuc robotics

Beckhoff controls

Vision systems

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician (PLCs & Automation)

$33 - $45 per hour | Lathrop, CA | On-site | Permanent

$33-$45/hr + Shift Differential + Quarterly Profit Sharing | Work with PLCs, Robotics & Automated Manufacturing Equipment

A bit about us:

Our client is a growing food and beverage manufacturer known for producing shelf-stable products enjoyed by consumers nationwide. With a strong focus on safety, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, they invest in both their equipment and their people while providing long-term career growth opportunities.

Why join us?

• Up to $45/hr plus shift differential
• Quarterly profit sharing bonus program
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities
• Work with PLCs, robotics, HMIs, VFDs, and automated manufacturing equipment
• Stable, growing company with a strong commitment to employee development and safety
• Generous PTO and holiday package

Job Details

Job Details

Are you an Electrical Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, or Electromechanical Technician looking to work with automated manufacturing equipment? Our client is seeking a skilled technician to support electrical, controls, and automation systems in a growing food manufacturing facility.

In this role, you'll troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, and robotic equipment while helping keep production running safely and efficiently. This is a great opportunity for a maintenance professional who enjoys electrical troubleshooting and wants increased exposure to automation and controls technologies.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial electrical systems, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, and robotic equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, control components, and production equipment.
• Support automation upgrades, equipment commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and equipment documentation.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and food manufacturing standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, electrical maintenance, controls, or automation.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, sensors, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Fanuc robotics, Beckhoff controls, or vision systems is a plus

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