Industrial Electrical Technician – PLC & Controls Expert

Wilsonart; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Company-paid short- and long-term dis.

Tuition reimbursement

Gym discounts and wellness clinics

Job summary

Wilsonart is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Tech to install, diagnose, and repair complex electrical systems on a busy production floor. You will work with PLCs, drives, and controllers to ensure continuous operation and safety compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in an industrial setting, strong knowledge of electrical principles and NEC guidelines, and the ability to read schematics and troubleshoot effectively.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or GED plus an associate's degree or tech certificate in electrical/electronics.
• Experience: 5+ years in industrial electrical environment with PLCs, drives, and controllers.
• Knowledge: National Electrical Code and wiring diagrams understanding.
• Skills: able to read schematics and troubleshoot complex electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs complex electrical equipment and distribution systems to codes.
• Maintains motor controls, PLCs, drives, and controllers in production environments.
• Diagnoses complex electrical faults and performs repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintains electrical components and wiring across plant equipment.
• Works from wiring diagrams and code books; trains others as needed.

Skills

Electrical principles

Safety standards

PLC control systems

Electrical schematics

Troubleshooting

AC drives

Servo drives

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree / tech certificate in electrical/electronics

Tools

PLC programming software

Industrial control wiring

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems knowledge

Job description

Wilsonart is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Tech to install, diagnose, and repair complex electrical systems on a busy production floor. You will work with PLCs, drives, and controllers to ensure continuous operation and safety compliance.

The role requires 5+ years in an industrial setting, strong knowledge of electrical principles and NEC guidelines, and the ability to read schematics and troubleshoot effectively.