Industrial Maintenance Technician - Automation & Electrical

Power Labor Staffing; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Power Labor Staffing is seeking an Equipment Support Technician (Mechanical / Electrical) to support automated material handling systems at Rivian Automotive in Normal, Illinois. The role requires hands-on maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting within a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, automation, or manufacturing experience and can work independently or on a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance, electrical or mechanical systems.
• Experience with automation or robotics is a plus.
• Ability to read basic mechanical or electrical drawings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of automated material handling equipment.
• Complete preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Inspect motors, sensors, controllers, charging equipment, control panels, and related components.
• Identify equipment abnormalities and report maintenance issues.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Replace or adjust components under the direction of the technical team.
• Support equipment testing, startup, and production ramp-up activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records.
• Work closely with engineers, supervisors, and customer personnel.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, tools, and spare parts inventory.
• Perform additional equipment support duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial Maintenance

Electrical Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

Automation

Robotics

Manufacturing Equipment

Conveyor Systems

PLC-Controlled Equipment

Automotive Manufacturing

Reading Drawings

Education

Technical school/trade school/military technical training

Tools

None

Job description

Power Labor Staffing is seeking an Equipment Support Technician (Mechanical / Electrical) to support automated material handling systems at Rivian Automotive in Normal, Illinois. The role requires hands-on maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting within a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, automation, or manufacturing experience and can work independently or on a team.