Electrical Technician: PLC & Automation Expert

General Shale; Elgin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Life Insurance

Vacation plans

Job summary

General Shale is hiring an Electrical Technician for our Elgin, TX manufacturing facility. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining plant-wide electrical systems and PLC-controlled equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, plus post-secondary technical training or equivalent experience; PLC training is preferred. Five years of electrical maintenance experience is preferred, with strong teamwork and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Must have strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics.
• Mechanical aptitude and safety-consciousness required.

Responsibilities

• Follow General Shale safety standards and procedures.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant-wide electrical systems and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled equipment.
• Maintain electrical prints and backup copies of PLC programs.
• Manage electrical parts inventory and maintain supplies.
• Perform mechanical repairs, fabrication, and electrical control system design as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Complete additional duties to support plant operations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read electrical prints

Mechanical aptitude

Communication & teamwork

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training

Electrical/PLC training

Job description

General Shale is hiring an Electrical Technician for our Elgin, TX manufacturing facility. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining plant-wide electrical systems and PLC-controlled equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, plus post-secondary technical training or equivalent experience; PLC training is preferred. Five years of electrical maintenance experience is preferred, with strong teamwork and safety awareness.