Entry-Level Industrial Electrical Technician — On-the-Job Training

Advanced Structural Technologies, Inc.; Oxnard (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,062,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

On-the-job training

Job summary

Advanced Structural Technologies (AST) seeks an entry-level Electrical Maintenance Technician to aid troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and installation across our manufacturing facility in Oxnard, CA. Training will be provided on our equipment, controls, and procedures.

The role emphasizes learning industrial electrical systems, safety, and collaboration with technicians, engineers, and production staff to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and electrical test equipment.
• Ability and willingness to learn how to read electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong willingness to learn industrial maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently as skills and experience develop.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced technicians with troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical problems, including electrical faults, machine alarms, and control issues.
• Learn to troubleshoot CNC and VTL equipment, including machines using Okuma, Haas, Fanuc, and Siemens controls.
• Assist with troubleshooting industrial furnaces and their electrical controls, sensors, and burner systems.
• Perform established preventative maintenance procedures on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Use digital and analog multimeters and other electrical test equipment to diagnose basic electrical problems.
• Assist with electrical wiring and the replacement of sensors, switches, motors, relays, and control components.
• Assist with the installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
• Read and interpret basic electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings with guidance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and electrical safety practices.
• Work closely with maintenance technicians, engineers, and production personnel to resolve equipment issues.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Tool use

Reading schematics

Basic computer skills

Learning mindset

Communication skills

Safety-focused

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Advanced Structural Technologies (AST) seeks an entry-level Electrical Maintenance Technician to aid troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and installation across our manufacturing facility in Oxnard, CA. Training will be provided on our equipment, controls, and procedures.

The role emphasizes learning industrial electrical systems, safety, and collaboration with technicians, engineers, and production staff to resolve issues.