Industrial Electrical Technician: PLC & Motors

Arauco North America, Inc.

Moncure (NC)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Wellness programs

Maternity/paternity leave

Retirement planning

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ARAUCO North America, Inc. in Moncure, NC is seeking an Electrical Technician to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of mill machinery and to support hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.

You will troubleshoot motors, sensors, and PLCs while maintaining power distribution and ensuring safety procedures. The role demands hands-on maintenance expertise in a heavy manufacturing setting, with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

Significant industrial manufacturing maintenance experience required.
Demonstrated electrical and technical aptitude.
Prior diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance experience.
Experience with AC motor control (including drives).
Electrical troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct installation, maintenance, preventive/predictive maintenance, setup, troubleshooting, and repair of mill machinery.
Provide electrical support for hydraulics, pneumatics, hot oil systems, pumps, fans, and conveyors.
Replace motors (low/high voltage), motor starters, sensors, and variable frequency drives.
Troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs, associated I/O, and control networks.
Maintain mill power distribution (480V–13.8kV).
Document work in the CMMS.
Promote safe work practices (LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work, etc.).