Evening Maintenance Technician – PLC & Electrical

Electrolux Group; Kinston (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrolux Group in Kinston, NC is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, maximize uptime, and support plastics and fabrication operations. The role includes diagnosing electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems, with an emphasis on safety and energy management, aligning with continuous improvement initiatives.

The position requires PLC experience, industrial electrical knowledge, and teamwork within a production environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, certificate, or diploma in Electrical/Electronic Maintenance, Industrial Systems, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of formal technical education or training.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems including three-phase 480-volt power and 24-volt control circuits.
• Working knowledge of PLCs and ability to troubleshoot motors, controls, and electrical panels.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and maintain electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, including motors, drives, sensors, and PLCs.
• Support Siemens and Allen-Bradley automation platforms and resolve controls-related issues affecting production.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures (LOTO, PPE) and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain equipment to meet quality standards, support root cause analysis, and verify performance before returning to production.
• Reduce downtime and maintenance costs through efficient repairs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate equipment status, and provide technical support and training.
• Support energy management objectives and comply with ISO 50001 requirements.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

Industrial systems

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or related technical credential

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Electrolux Group in Kinston, NC is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, maximize uptime, and support plastics and fabrication operations. The role includes diagnosing electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems, with an emphasis on safety and energy management, aligning with continuous improvement initiatives.

The position requires PLC experience, industrial electrical knowledge, and teamwork within a production environment.