Experienced Industrial Maintenance Tech — 2nd Shift, PLCs & 480V

CrossFire Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

CrossFire Group in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment and automated production systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical and mechanical background, with PLCs and HMIs experience to diagnose and resolve issues to keep production running smoothly.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting up to 480V three‑phase systems, interpreting blueprints and schematics, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with 480V, three-phase equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical control circuits.
• Working knowledge of PLCs and HMIs, including basic PLC programming for troubleshooting.
• Experience with frequency drives and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Hands‑on experience using voltmeters and other electrical testing and measuring equipment.
• Knowledge of basic power tools, including drills, drill presses, saws, grinders, and pneumatic and hydraulic tools.
• Strong problem‑solving, logical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment to ensure reliable operation.
• Develop and improve preventative maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automated equipment.
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, including defective circuitry and electronic components.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment up to 480V, three-phase.
• Work with PLCs, HMIs, frequency drives, control circuits, and automation equipment.
• Install and maintain electrical control systems and solid-state equipment.
• Repair electrical and pneumatic devices.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering instructions.
• Use machine data to evaluate equipment performance and determine necessary adjustments.
• Install equipment and make improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of preventative and routine maintenance.
• Maintain an organized inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs & HMIs

Blueprints & schematics

Diagnostics & repair

Maintenance planning

Electrical up to 480V

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Tools

Voltmeter

Multimeter

Drills

Frequency drives

Job description

CrossFire Group in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment and automated production systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical and mechanical background, with PLCs and HMIs experience to diagnose and resolve issues to keep production running smoothly.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting up to 480V three‑phase systems, interpreting blueprints and schematics, and