Industrial Maintenance Electrician: PLC & Automation

Dairy Farmers of America

Belvidere (IL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to perform electrical maintenance on plant utility and process infrastructure. You will install and repair electrical systems, read schematics, and troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, and control networks in a manufacturing environment.

Work with limited supervision, support operations, and help prevent downtime through preventive maintenance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from trade/technical school preferred.
4–6 years electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing.
Journeyman or master electrician license preferred.

Responsibilities

Program, troubleshoot, and operate PLCs, DCS, and interlocking systems.
Install equipment for new electrical services (120/240/480V 3-phase).
Perform equipment work on on-site automation at component level (0-10V / 4-20mA).
Diagnose, repair, and replace breakers, fuses, VFDs, relays, and controls.
Work with high and low voltage systems; ensure safe operations.
Read schematics, service manuals, and work orders for maintenance.
Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and MCCs.
Ensure GMP, safety, and regulatory compliance; support training.