Industrial Electrician I: PLCs, Controls & Troubleshooting

LaSalle Network; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSalle Network is partnering with a leading manufacturing organization to hire an Electrician I to maintain, install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and facility systems.

This role targets an experienced electrician with a strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, PLCs, controls, and mechanical equipment, and requires 3+ years of experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment or machinery.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Basic working knowledge of PLCs and ladder logic.
• Basic understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Knowledge of industrial controls and instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot machinery and equipment.
• Understanding of microprocessor hardware and software configurations and basic analog and digital circuit design.
• Proficiency using multimeters, oscilloscopes, hand tools, and portable power tools.
• Strong mathematical skills, including basic algebra and unit conversions.
• Associates Degree in Electronics Technology preferred.
• Electrical apprenticeship or trade school training preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and facility electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair motors, transformers, lighting, controls, and other electrical components.
• Utilize electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems along with temperature and pressure gauges.
• Use PLCs, including basic ladder logic, to diagnose equipment issues and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Connect power supply wiring, cables, conduit, and electrical components to machines and equipment.
• Assemble and bench test electrical components prior to installation.
• Plan wiring layouts and install conduit, wiring, and ancillary electrical equipment.
• Update electrical schematics and documentation when equipment modifications are made.
• Maintain work orders, breakdown reports, preventive maintenance records, and machine modification documentation.
• Utilize electrical test equipment, hand tools, and portable power tools to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, GMP, and electrical standards.

Skills

Electrical diagnosis

PLC basics

Electrical schematics

Industrial controls

Electrical testing tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree in Electronics Technology

Tools

SAP

Job description

LaSalle Network is partnering with a leading manufacturing organization to hire an Electrician I to maintain, install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and facility systems.

This role targets an experienced electrician with a strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, PLCs, controls, and mechanical equipment, and requires 3+ years of experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics.