Industrial Electrician - PLCs & Process Controls

Marine Biological Laboratory; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Marine Biological Laboratory in Massachusetts is seeking an electrical technician responsible for electrical work across lab buildings and housing, both on and off campus. The role requires adherence to safety standards and efficient resolution of electrical issues in a research environment.

Typical duties include installation, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems, with emergencies requiring rapid response. A Massachusetts Journeyman license and PLC/VFD experience are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician’s License required.
• Experience with PLCs, loop controls, VFDs, and related components.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, repair, and maintain electrical wiring and fixtures in all MBL buildings.
• Diagnose malfunctions with test equipment and tools to locate and fix issues.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or related components.
• Inspect systems to identify hazards and ensure code compliance.
• Test circuits and continuity using ohmmeters and voltmeters.
• Track costs for cost center allocation.
• Maintain electrical supplies in an organized manner and notify supervisor of needs.
• Coordinate with other Plant Operation staff as necessary.
• Serve as Category I Essential Personnel during emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC systems

VFDs

Relay logic

Plant control systems

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician’s License

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Marine Biological Laboratory in Massachusetts is seeking an electrical technician responsible for electrical work across lab buildings and housing, both on and off campus. The role requires adherence to safety standards and efficient resolution of electrical issues in a research environment.

Typical duties include installation, maintenance, and testing of electrical systems, with emergencies requiring rapid response. A Massachusetts Journeyman license and PLC/VFD experience are essential.