Industrial Automation & Controls Technician

Ball Aerospace; Williamsburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball Corporation is seeking an Industrial Electrician Technician to maintain and improve electrical systems powering our manufacturing operations, including high-speed production equipment and automation systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations while minimizing downtime.

You will diagnose issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and document schematics and maintenance records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
• Four or more years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical training or certification in Electrical Technology or a related field, with NFPA 70E knowledge.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining industrial electrical systems, automation controls, PLCs, motors, VFDs, and related equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, equipment, and controls to support safe and efficient production operations.
• Support PLCs, automation systems, motors, VFDs, sensors, and related equipment to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues while executing preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Complete electrical installations, upgrades, and system improvements that enhance operational efficiency and equipment performance.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, schematics, maintenance records, and communication across shifts and departments.
• Follow and promote all safety standards, policies, and procedures, including NFPA 70E requirements, while supporting team training and development initiatives.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Safety NFPA 70E

Education

High school diploma/ GED

Electrical Technology certification

Tools

PLCs

Motors

VFDs

Industrial automation equipment

Job description

Ball Corporation is seeking an Industrial Electrician Technician to maintain and improve electrical systems powering our manufacturing operations, including high-speed production equipment and automation systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations while minimizing downtime.

You will diagnose issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and document schematics and maintenance records.