Industrial Maintenance Tech: Electrical & PLC Specialist

AZZ Inc.; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Precoat Metals in Granite City, IL is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Tech at the Northgate Location. You will maintain plant equipment and facilities, focusing on electrical and mechanical repairs to sustain continuous production.

The position requires strong electrical experience and the ability to read drawings and use test equipment. Responsibilities include electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting, installation, and communication across shifts.

Qualifications

• HS diploma and 2+ years experience repairing/troubleshooting electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, cranes, forklifts, hoists, 3-phase motors, VSDs and heavy wiring.
• Strong industrial electrical experience required and ability to learn processes, specs and standards.
• Good practical sense working with equipment; able to work with minimal supervision in a team.
• Must be computer literate and familiar with Windows OS.
• Formal electrical training and education in circuitry (AC/DC, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics).
• 3–5 years in an industrial environment; ability to operate manual/electric tools.
• Experience with boilers, compressors, sprinkler systems preferred; PLC knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize and facilitate maintenance on production and facility equipment to maximize uptime.
• Read and interpret electrical/mechanical drawings.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, electronics, circuits, mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Use electrical test equipment for repair and troubleshooting.
• Repair and rebuild electrical and mechanical components.
• Install, modify and fabricate equipment to meet production needs.
• Communicate maintenance status across shifts to team leaders.
• Support plant-wide quality and production goals; participate in safety and housekeeping improvements.

Skills

Electrical repair

Troubleshooting

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Industrial wiring

3-phase motors

Variable speed drives

Crane/hoist equipment

Reading blueprints

Education

HS diploma

Formal electrical training

Tools

PLC knowledge

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Precoat Metals in Granite City, IL is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Tech at the Northgate Location. You will maintain plant equipment and facilities, focusing on electrical and mechanical repairs to sustain continuous production.

The position requires strong electrical experience and the ability to read drawings and use test equipment. Responsibilities include electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting, installation, and communication across shifts.