Electrical Technician: PLC & Drives Expert in Manufacturing

Zekelman Industries; Hermitage (Mercer County); On-site; USD 52,348 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Company-paid training

Tuition assistance

Bonus plan

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking an Electrical Technician at Wheatland Tube (Wheatland, PA). You will support plant operations with electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, ensuring equipment uptime in a fast-paced, rotating-shift environment.

Ideal candidates have a High school diploma and experience with PLCs, motors, drives, and electrical schematics; strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities are essential. Ready to pass screenings and work legally in the U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior manufacturing or industrial electrical experience preferred.
• Proficient in troubleshooting PLCs, motors, drives, and relays.
• Capable of reading electrical schematics and following technical diagrams.
• Strong communication skills; able to work independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical maintenance across all plant areas, including control systems, power systems, and speed control drives.
• Troubleshoots PLCs, motors, drives, and relays to minimize downtime.
• Bends and installs conduit and wiring for equipment installations and upgrades.
• Executes preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Maintains OSHA and safety policies and documents activities per standards.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

Motors & Drives

Relays

Reading Schematics

Communication

Detail Oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Zekelman Industries is seeking an Electrical Technician at Wheatland Tube (Wheatland, PA). You will support plant operations with electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, ensuring equipment uptime in a fast-paced, rotating-shift environment.

Ideal candidates have a High school diploma and experience with PLCs, motors, drives, and electrical schematics; strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities are essential. Ready to pass screenings and work legally in the U.S.