Electrician

Alliance Automation, LLC; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly/Salary Wage Based on Experience

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

401k & Company Match

Parental Leave

Safe, clean work environment

Job summary

Alliance Automation is seeking a Level 2 Electrician to perform electrical installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance within a manufacturing automation facility. The role involves working with panel building operations, reading schematics, and integrating electrical components with automation systems to ensure smooth operation.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of industrial electrical experience, knowledge of PLCs and motor controls, and the ability to travel for installs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in industrial electrical work, automation, or panel building.
• Able to read schematics and electrical drawings.
• Basic understanding of PLCs, motor controls, VFDs and automation systems.
• Furnish basic hand tools of the trade and maintain documentation.
• Willingness to travel on installs both inside and outside the United States.

Responsibilities

• Install, wire, and terminate electrical components in automation systems and panels.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues on machinery and equipment.
• Read blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate installations.
• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot control panels to spec.
• Perform routine electrical maintenance and ensure safety compliance.
• Follow LOTO and PPE protocols and document work performed.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Troubleshooting

PLC basics

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Trade/tech training

Tools

Electrical meters

Multimeter

Test equipment

Job description

Alliance Automation began operations in August 2008, seizing an opportunity to provide automation solutions to underserved industries. Our innovative thinkers design and build robotic automation systems that optimize production processes. We provide automation solutions for a multitude of industries; each helping upgrade efficiency, increase throughput and guarantee reliability in production.

Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW

Our Electrician is responsible for performing electrical installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance within an automation manufacturing facility that includes panel building operations. This role requires a foundational understanding of electrical systems, industrial automation, and control panel assembly. The Level 2 Electrician will work under the guidance of senior electricians and supervisors to ensure the safe and efficient operation of electrical and automation systems.

TOP 5 RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Undertake more complex wiring tasks, including working with control panels and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
2. Integrate electrical components with automation systems to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
3. Interpret and work independently from electrical schematics and technical drawings.
4. Regular maintenance of electrical systems performed to prevent potential issues.
5. Examine and test electrical installations to ensure that they comply with quality standards.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Install, wire, and terminate electrical components in automation systems and control panels per schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing electrical and control system issues on machinery and equipment.

• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and panel layouts to ensure accurate installations.

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot electrical control panels to meet design specifications and industry standards.

• Perform routine electrical maintenance tasks, including replacing faulty wiring, sensors, relays, and other control components.

• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety regulations, and company standards.

• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and production teams to support automation and panel-building projects.

• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, including wiring diagrams and modification notes.

• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in industrial electrical work, automation, or panel building

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Vocational school or junior technical college training in related industry.

• Basic understanding of PLCs, motor controls, VFDs, and automation systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and panel wiring diagrams.

• Experience using electrical tools, meters, and test equipment.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing noted tasks related to machinery building and repair work.

• Ability to operate a forklift

• High degrees of attention and care required to prevent injury to others when responsible for flow of electrical power.

• Baseline robotic knowledge is a plus for the position.

• Willingness to travel on installs inside and outside the United States

• Must furnish the basic hand tools of the trade

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work while standing and walking for potential long periods of time

• Ability to follow all company safety standards

• Steel Toed Boats & Safety Glasses Required

• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends when needed

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times

• Follows all Company Core Values

• Always do the Right Thing

• Humble Confidence

• Relentless Execution

• Committed to Growth

• Committed to a Positive, Healthy Work Environment

WHAT WE OFFER

Alliance Automation benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Hourly/Salary Wage Based on Experience

• Paid Vacation

• Sick Time

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

• 401k & Company Match

• Parental Leave

• We provide our employees with a safe, clean, climate-controlled work environment.