Experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician

Samsung Electronics Perú; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliability, safety, and optimal performance of our facility’s electrical systems in Austin, TX. You will perform preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshoot power distribution, and support commissioning and system validation.

This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and inventory management; you will work with spares, asset data, and adhere to strict safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years on industrial electrical systems (LV/MV power distribution, controls, or facilities maintenance)
• Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals, schematics, and troubleshooting methods
• Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical equipment (switchgear, VFDs, UPS, motors, relays)
• Experience with LOTO and safe electrical work practices (NFPA 70E or equivalent)
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree, apprenticeship, or electrical license preferred

Responsibilities

• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/TBM) on electrical systems
• Troubleshoot and restore electrical equipment and power distribution systems
• Own reliability for assigned systems/areas and drive corrective actions
• Support commissioning, energization, and system validation activities
• Maintain accurate work orders, asset data, and documentation in iEMS
• Perform all work in compliance with safety procedures (LOTO / EEW)

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

NFPA 70E knowledge

Reading schematics

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Technical degree / apprenticeship / electrical license preferred

Tools

Switchgear

VFDs

UPS

Motors

Relays

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

In your role as an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and optimal performance of a facility’s electrical systems. You'll perform preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/TBM), troubleshooting, corrective actions, commissioning support, documentation, and inventory management, all carried out in full compliance with safety procedures.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/TBM) on all electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and restore electrical equipment and power distribution systems.
• Own reliability for assigned systems/areas and drive corrective actions.
• Support commissioning, energization, and system validation activities.
• Maintain accurate work orders, asset data, and documentation in iEMS.
• Perform all work in compliance with safety procedures (LOTO / EEW).
• Support critical spare parts identification and inventory readiness.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s what you'll need:

• Relevant experience: 3+ years working on industrial electrical systems (LV/MV power distribution, controls, or facilities maintenance).
• Electrical knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals, schematics, and troubleshooting methods.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting ability: Proven ability to diagnose and repair electrical equipment (switchgear, VFDs, UPS, motors, relays).
• Safety competency: Demonstrated experience with LOTO and safe electrical work practices (NFPA 70E or equivalent).
• Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree, apprenticeship, or electrical license preferred.

The current base salary range for this role is between $26.00- $33.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance. All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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