Electrical Technician
W3Global
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Job summary
W3Global in Illinois seeks an Electrical Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems for chlorine dioxide generation equipment and related processes. You will support both plant operations and field deployments, ensuring safety, reliability, and uptime in harsh industrial environments.
The role requires reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and control systems, with hands-on work on PLCs, relays, sensors, and instrumentation.
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of electrical/industrial maintenance experience.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot systems.
- Willingness to travel and support field operations.
- Valid driver's license and safety training preferred.
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems.
- Support field and plant operations and field deployments.
- Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.
- Maintain documentation of maintenance and repairs.
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Job description
The Electrical Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and controls used in company's chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) generation equipment and related industrial systems. This role supports both facility-based operations and field deployments, ensuring that electrical systems are safe, reliable, and operational. The Electrical Technician plays a key role in supporting equipment uptime, operational readiness, and safe system performance in both plant and customer environments.
The Electrical Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and controls used in company's chlorine dioxide (ClO₂) generation equipment and related industrial systems. This role supports both facility-based operations and field deployments, ensuring that electrical systems are safe, reliable, and operational. The Electrical Technician plays a key role in supporting equipment uptime, operational readiness, and safe system performance in both plant and customer environments.
- Maintain safe and reliable operation of electrical and control systems.
- Support field and plant operations through timely troubleshooting and repair.
- Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company procedures.
- Install, wire, and maintain electrical systems for chlorine dioxide generation equipment, pumps, and support systems.
- Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance on electrical components and control panels.
- Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable codes, standards, and company requirements.
- Diagnose and repair electrical issues in generators, control systems, sensors, and related equipment.
- Troubleshoot PLCs, relays, wiring systems, and instrumentation as needed.
- Respond to equipment failures and restore systems to operational condition in a timely manner.
- Assist with setup, calibration, and operation of control systems used in ClO₂ generation and monitoring.
- Support integration of electrical components with mechanical and process systems.
- Assist engineers with system improvements, upgrades, and testing.
- Support field service teams with installation, startup, and troubleshooting of equipment at customer sites.
- Travel to field locations as required to support operations and resolve technical issues.
- Provide hands‑on support during mobilization, demobilization, and system commissioning.
- Follow all OSHA, NFPA, and company EHS policies related to electrical and industrial work.
- Use proper PPE and follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Identify and report electrical hazards, unsafe conditions, and incidents.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and system changes.
- Assist in developing and updating electrical diagrams, schematics, and SOPs.
- Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, safety, and efficiency.
- Electrical troubleshooting in industrial environments
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints
- Experience with control systems (PLCs, relays, sensors, instrumentation)
- Knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards
- Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting mindset
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Clear communication with technicians, engineers, and operations staff
- Electrical testing tools (multimeters, clamp meters, etc.)
- Control panels, wiring systems, sensors, and instrumentation
- Generators, pumps, and industrial process equipment
- PPE including arc flash protection and electrical safety gear
- PLC systems and control interfaces
- Electrical schematics and documentation systems
- Internal communication and reporting systems
- Industrial plant environments and outdoor field locations
- Exposure to electrical systems, chemicals, and industrial equipment
- May require travel to customer sites and remote locations
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Standing, bending, climbing, and working in confined spaces
- Working in varying environmental conditions (indoor/outdoor)
- Reliability and uptime of electrical and control systems
- Timely resolution of electrical issues and failures
- Compliance with safety standards and procedures
- Accuracy and completeness of maintenance and repair documentation
- Contribution to system improvements and operational efficiency
- High school diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred)
- 2-5 years of experience in electrical or industrial maintenance
- Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot systems
- Willingness to travel and support field operations
- Two-year Technical or associate degree
- Experience in industrial, chemical, or oil & gas environments
- Experience with PLC troubleshooting and control systems
- Familiarity with generators, pumps, and process equipment
- Electrical certification or technical training
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- NFPA 70E (electrical safety)
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Completion of required safety and operational training
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