Electrical Technician

MDA Edge; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the region is seeking an Electrical Technician in Davenport, IA. The role demands hands-on electrical maintenance expertise, fostering a culture of safety while ensuring operational reliability across various production systems. With a base salary range of $85,000 to $95,000, candidates must have a strong technical background and at least 3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in electrical maintenance.
• Completion of an electrical competency assessment.
• High school education or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance on production equipment and support systems.
• Participate actively in safety initiatives and uphold EHS standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for equipment integration.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Technical Expertise

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree in electrical technology

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety by actively participating in safety initiatives and upholding environmental health and safety (EHS) standards and practices.
• Deliver hands-on technical expertise and timely solutions for both scheduled and unscheduled equipment maintenance, covering production equipment and support systems such as medium- and high-voltage machinery, 250VDC supply systems, compressed air systems, CNC machines, crane remote controls, PLCs, AC/DC drives, and network systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams during the setup, testing, and commissioning phases of new or modified equipment to ensure smooth operational integration.
• Provide mentorship and skill development opportunities for supervisors and technical staff, with an emphasis on continuous improvement in technical capabilities.
• Design and implement targeted training programs to elevate the technical proficiency of the workforce.
• Develop and document operational and maintenance procedures, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions, and conduct training sessions to reinforce best practices.
• Contribute to preventive and predictive maintenance programs by offering technical insights that enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for equipment failures, while maintaining thorough records of troubleshooting activities and solutions.
• Oversee the management of critical spare parts inventories to ensure operational readiness.
• Leverage stability tools and business systems methodologies to integrate effective maintenance practices into routine operations.
• Offer after-hours and weekend support as required to address time-sensitive challenges.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of high school education or equivalent certification (GED) from an accredited institution.
• At least 3 years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Successful completion of an electrical competency assessment.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Formal training through an electrical apprenticeship, on-the-job training (minimum of four years), or a degree in electrical technology from a recognized technical institute.
• Comprehensive knowledge of combustion systems or commercial/industrial boiler operations.
• Familiarity with medium- and high-voltage electrical systems and network infrastructures.
• Proficiency in interpreting electrical schematics and executing troubleshooting techniques to resolve complex system issues.
• Expertise in PLC programming and troubleshooting, as well as experience with AC and DC motors and variable frequency drives.
• Understanding of process control systems and instrumentation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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