Electronics Technician

HSM (Hickory Springs Manufacturing) Company; High Point, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retire

Paid Time Off

On-Site Medical Clinics

Teladoc

Professional Development

Discounts

Job summary

HSM (Hickory Springs Manufacturing) Company in North Carolina seeks an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance professional. You will troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, interpret schematics, support PLC/HMI troubleshooting, and perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical, 7+ years of industrial maintenance, and strong skills with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, motor controls, and VFDs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical or related field.
• 7+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong experience with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automation systems.
• Solid understanding of motor controls, VFDs, and power distribution.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently.
• A safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems (AC/DC circuits, motors, VFDs, control panels).
• Diagnose issues on PLC-controlled equipment and automated machinery.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control layouts.
• Support PLC and HMI troubleshooting and system improvements.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Partner with engineering and production teams to optimize system performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement lasting solutions.
• Ensure all work meets safety standards and LOTO requirements.

Skills

Industrial electrical maintenance

PLC & HMI troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety-first mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

Sensors

Automation systems

VFDs

Motor controls

Job description

Founded in 1944, HSM is athird generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to our people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, we specialize in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Our expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats, touch everyday life in countless ways.

At HSM, our success is built on our people. We foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success. If you’re looking for a meaningful place to grow and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems (AC/DC circuits, motors, VFDs, control panels)
• Diagnose issues on PLC-controlled equipment and automated machinery
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control layouts
• Support PLC and HMI troubleshooting and system improvements
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve reliability
• Partner with engineering and production teams to optimize system performance
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement lasting solutions
• Ensure all work meets safety standards and LOTO requirements

What You Bring:

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
• Strong experience with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automation systems
• Solid understanding of motor controls, VFDs, and power distribution
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently
• A safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail

Why Join Us?

• Health & Wellness : Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcareoptionfor qualified participants.
• Retire: 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one.
• Paid Time Off : Competitive PTO:104 hoursof Vacation +company paid holidays.
• On-Site Medical Clinics : Free for you and covered dependents.
• Teladoc : 24/7 access with no copay.
• Professional Development : Tuition reimbursement,professional developmentassistanceandcareer growth opportunities.
• Discounts : Enjoy discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more.

EEOC

At HSM, we believe that our diversity creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectionate or sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability.

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