Industrial Electrical Tech: PLCs, Drives & Maintenance

SSAB; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SSAB is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician in Mobile, AL to support safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in our heavy manufacturing environment.

You will troubleshoot and maintain low- and high-voltage systems, participate in preventative maintenance, and work with PLCs (Allen-Bradley) and motor control equipment to keep production running smoothly. Strong teamwork and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ year industrial electrical maintenance experience (steel or heavy manufacturing preferred), or 2 years industrial electrical experience plus a degree in electrical or instrumentation technology.
• PLC troubleshooting/programming experience (Allen-Bradley).
• Experience with AC/DC drives and motor control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced production environment.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Follow all maintenance JSA’s, lockout/tagout procedures, and SSAB safety policies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot: Low-voltage control circuits (120/208V).
• 480V 3-phase distribution and motor control centers.
• PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, ControlLogix 5000).
• AC and DC drive systems, soft starters, and VFDs.
• Instrumentation including load cells, encoders, thermocouples, proximity sensors, and pressure/flow transmitters.
• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, MCCs, transformers, and switchgear.
• Install conduit, cable tray, and wiring to NEC standards.
• Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, and infrared cameras.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Log completed work and equipment data into CMMS.
• Complete training within the designated timeframes and attend all required meetings.
• Understand and support the company’s goals and values and adhere to company, department, safety, quality, environmental, and ethics policies and procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

AC/DC drive systems

Schematic reading

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical or instrumentation technology degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

ControlLogix 5000

Infrared cameras

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Job description

SSAB is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician in Mobile, AL to support safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in our heavy manufacturing environment.

You will troubleshoot and maintain low- and high-voltage systems, participate in preventative maintenance, and work with PLCs (Allen-Bradley) and motor control equipment to keep production running smoothly. Strong teamwork and safety focus are essential.