Industrial Maintenance Technician — PLC & Equipment Upkeep

Electrolux Home Products, Inc.; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrolux Home Products, Inc. is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician I in Kinston, NC to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, maximize reliability, uptime, and efficiency.

The role covers electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems, with focus on PLC-driven controls and safety standards. You will work with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime, support continuous improvement, and ensure quality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, certificate, or diploma in Electrical/Electronic Maintenance, Industrial Systems, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of two years of formal technical education or training.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, including three-phase 480V power and 24V control circuits.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair motors, controls, and electrical panels.
• Working knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and maintain electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, including motors, drives, sensors, and PLCs.
• Support Siemens and Allen-Bradley automation platforms and resolve controls-related issues affecting production.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including LOTO, PPE requirements, and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain equipment to meet quality standards, support root cause analysis, and verify performance before returning equipment to production.
• Reduce downtime and maintenance costs through efficient repairs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate equipment status, and provide technical support and training.
• Support energy management objectives and comply with ISO 50001 requirements.

Skills

Electrical/electronic maintenance

Industrial systems

PLC knowledge

Team-based collaboration

Education

Electrical/Electronic maintenance degree

Tools

Siemens PLC platforms

Allen-Bradley PLC platforms

Job description

Electrolux Home Products, Inc. is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician I in Kinston, NC to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, maximize reliability, uptime, and efficiency.

The role covers electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems, with focus on PLC-driven controls and safety standards. You will work with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime, support continuous improvement, and ensure quality.