Industrial Maintenance Technician- Electrical

Plasma Processes LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Plasma Processes LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking an experienced industrial electrician to troubleshoot, repair, and install complex electrical and control systems across a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

The candidate will diagnose PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, and networks, perform preventive maintenance, read schematics and P&IDs, and ensure compliance with NEC and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and ladder logic.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and electrical safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install industrial electrical and control systems.
• Independently diagnose complex electrical and instrumentation issues.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networks.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize reliability.
• Install and commission electrical equipment and control panels.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting and diagnosis

AC/DC electrical circuits

Motor controls

Electrical distribution systems

Industrial automation equipment

Diagnostic equipment use

Reading schematics and P&IDs

Ladder logic and manuals

PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems

Sensors and instrumentation

Industrial networks

Motor and drive installation/maint.

NEC and safety practices including L/O

Problem solving

Teamwork and independent work

English communication

Industrial lifting/physical capability

Security clearance eligibility

Tools

Multimeters

Megohmmeters

Clamp meters

Oscilloscopes

PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Job description

Qualifications

• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in industrial electrical systems and controls.


• Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits, motor controls, electrical distribution systems, and industrial automation equipment.


• Proficient in the use of multimeters, megohmmeters, clamp meters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical diagnostic equipment.


• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, ladder logic, and technical manuals.


• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, sensors, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks.


• Experience with installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of motors, drives, transformers, control panels, and electrical equipment.


• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and electrical safety practices including Lockout/Tagout procedures.


• Excellent problemsolving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.


• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively interact with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel.


• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to understand technical documentation, safety procedures, and work instructions.


• Minimum of 3 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.


• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.


• Must possess manual dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to safely troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical equipment.


• Capable of working safely at elevated heights and from aerial lifts or elevated platforms.


• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions including heat, cold, humidity, noise, dust, vibration, and exposure to industrial hazards.


• Must be able to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), including arc flash PPE, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, hard hats, respirators, and fall protection equipment when required.


• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.


• Must be able to obtain a security clearance.

Schedule and Availability

• Standard schedule is 7:00 AM 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.


• This position supports a 24/7 manufacturing operation and requires flexibility to work 2nd shift, 3rd shift, weekends, holidays, and overtime as business needs dictate. This position will be primarily based on 1st shift unless specified but applicants must be willing to work other shifts as required.


• Must be capable of participating in oncall rotation and responding to afterhours maintenance emergencies.


• Availability to work extended hours during equipment failures, plant shutdowns, startup activities, and other critical production events is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install industrial electrical and control systems


• Independently diagnose complex electrical, automation, and instrumentation issues using advanced diagnostic techniques.


• Troubleshoot PLCcontrolled equipment, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, sensors, safety circuits, and industrial networks.


• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.


• Install, wire, test, and commission electrical equipment, control panels, motors, instrumentation, and automation systems.


• Troubleshoot and repair motor control circuits, power distribution systems, transformers, robotic systems, and production equipment.


• Support equipment upgrades, automation projects, and continuous improve