Electrical Technician III

Dart Container; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking a hands-on Electrical/Automation Technician to travel up to 70% and support customers and operations by commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting machine and process control systems.

You will build, wire, modify, and repair electrical equipment, work with PLCs and HMIs, read schematics, diagnose complex failures, and collaborate with engineers on automation solutions and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Must have strong electrical understanding and safety standards.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and electrical schematics is preferred.
• Ability to read drawings and wiring lists accurately.

Responsibilities

• Commission, test, and troubleshoot machine and process control systems.
• Build, wire, modify, and repair electrical equipment and controls.
• Diagnose electrical/electronic failures and implement solutions.
• Partner with engineers on automation projects and retrofits.
• Provide preventative maintenance recommendations and training.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC & HMI

Reading schematics

Electrical safety

Testing equipment

Education

Associate degree in electronics or electrical program

High school diploma + 5 years electrical experience

Tools

Soldering iron

Multimeter

Wrench

Hammer

Screwdriver

Job description

70% Travel | Hands-On Technical Role

What You’ll Do:

• Commission, test, and troubleshoot machine and process control systems
• Build, wire, modify, and repair electrical equipment and controls
• Work with PLCs, HMIs, electrical schematics, and automation systems
• Diagnose and resolve difficult electrical and electronic failures
• Partner with engineers to implement innovative automation solutions
• Execute equipment retrofits and continuous improvement projects
• Create preventative maintenance recommendations
• Train and mentor fellow technicians

We're looking for someone who can work independently, think critically under pressure, and travel extensively to support customers and operations.

What You’ll Bring:

• Requires one of the following:
  • Associate’s degree with an emphasis in electronics or an electrical program and three (3) years of electrical experience OR
  • High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of electrical experience
• Thorough understanding of electrical and safety standards
• Proficiency in using powered and manual hand tools such as soldering iron, multimeter, wrench, hammer, screwdriver, etc.
• Prior experience using testing equipment
• Ability to understand, identify, and protect against electrical hazards
• Ability to solve basic algebraic equations and electrical formulas, and understand decimals and fractions
• Ability to read and understand blueprints or drawings including, but not limited to manuals, catalogues, schematics, prints or wire lists
• Understanding of automated production equipment, electrical and hardware schematics, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) ladder logic, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and controls software, experience preferred
• Understanding of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of products
• Excellent verbal and written skills necessary in order to communicate intricate job‑related processes

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law. Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.