Electrical Technician

Service Wire Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

PTO & holidays

Stable schedules

401(k) with match

Career growth

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus

Referral bonus

Benefits overview

Job summary

Service Wire Company in Houston, TX is seeking an Electrical Technician to repair and install mechanical and electrical systems on machinery and equipment, following electrical codes, schematics, blueprints, and other specifications using hand tools, power tools, and electronic test equipment.

You will diagnose faults, replace faulty components, connect to PLCs to monitor programs, and perform routine PMs while maintaining a strong safety culture within a collaborative maintenance team in a

Qualifications

• Our Electrical Technicians repair and install mechanical and electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical components of machinery and equipment.
• Requires following electrical code, manuals, schematics, and blueprints with hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and manuals; problem solving and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Installs and connects power supply wiring for new or existing machines and equipment following blueprints and code using hand tools.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures with test equipment and replaces damaged wires.
• Tests machines with test equipment and collaborates with maintenance staff to diagnose faults.
• Replaces faulty components such as relays, switches, and motors and positions sensing devices.
• Repairs electronic components including printed circuit boards with test equipment and tools.
• May program automated machinery using robot controllers and PLCs to verify repairs.
• Plans wiring layouts and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• Diagnoses and replaces mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components as needed.
• Performs preventive maintenance per current checklists and standards.
• Troubleshoots complex electrical and automation problems on production equipment.

Skills

High school diploma

Industrial experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Teamwork

PLC troubleshooting

VFD troubleshooting

Fabrication experience

Maintenance certifications

Read diagrams

Computer skills

Heavy lifting

Process control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allen Bradley

Siemens

SIMATIC

TIA Portal

RSLogix

Job description

Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking an Electrical Technician in Houston, TX. If you are looking to join a great organization and a chance to become a part of our growing team, this may be the opportunity for you!

Position Summary:

Our Electrical Technicians repair and install mechanical and electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical components of machinery and equipment. Follows electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Installs and connects power supply wiring for new or previously installed machines and equipment, such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers, following electrical code and blueprints, using hand tools and voltage tester.
• Detects malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment, and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables, using hand tools.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery, using test equipment, and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers, such as machine repairer, maintenance and tool maker, maintenance, to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine, such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices, using hand tools.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replace faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards, using electronic test equipment and hand tools.
• May push buttons and press keys on robot controller, teach pendant, and programmable controller to program automated machinery, such as robots, to operate automated machinery, to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs.
• May plan layout of wiring and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• May diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Routinely perform PM program adhering to current checklists.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and automation problems on production equipment and automated systems.
• Diagnose faults using PLC logic, I/O status, electrical schematics, HMI alarms, drive diagnostics, and field measurements.
• Connect to PLCs to monitor programs, identify faults, trace signals, and determine the root cause of equipment failures.

Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2 to 4 years related industrial experience
• Electrical troubleshooting skills are essential.
• General mechanical and electrical knowledge as it comes to industrial settings of motors and controls is essential.
• General ability to work safely, communicate and function in a team is essential.
• PLC and VFD troubleshooting skills a must
• Ability to fabricate and electrical installation experience, preferred
• Industrial Maintenance related training or certifications preferred
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, equipment manuals, diagrams, and specifications
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds
• Process control (Allen Bradley, Siemens, SIMATICS, TIA Portal, RSLogix).

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work environment is comparable to outdoor temperatures
• Regularly stands, bends, and reaches for extended periods
• Regularly moves about the facility
• Regularly lifts and moves materials up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally required to move up to 100 pounds by pushing, pulling, or sliding material. Assistance provided as needed.
• Visual inspection of material quality required.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments without climate-control
• In-person attendance is an essential function of the job

Reports To:

• Maintenance Supervisor

Shift Schedule and Information

• Must be available to work 3am - 12pm

The perks of joining our Team

• Comprehensive Insurance Options - Competitive medical coverage with a variety of plan choices
• Progressive PTO & Paid Holidays - Tenure-based paid time off pluseight paid holidaysannually
• Predictable, set schedules that support work-life balance - no rotating shifts
• 401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing - Matching 5% on 6% of employee contributions and annual profit‑sharing contributions
• Career Growth & Learning Support - Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 - annually to support your continued education and career growth
• Annual bonus potential up to $3,000 - through performance incentive programs
• Referral Bonus Program - Employee referral bonuses paid out over the new hire's first year
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