Lead Electrical Maintenance Tech – Industrial Plant

Smurfit Westrock

Kentucky

On-site

USD 44,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WestRock in West Chester, OH is seeking Electrical Maintenance Technicians to lead complex maintenance tasks, install and repair mechanical/electrical equipment, and ensure safe operations across shifts. The role requires strong electrical knowledge, PLC programming, and hands-on experience in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, equipment testing, and guiding junior staff, with pay rate from 32 USD/hour plus robust benefits.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 5 years’ electrical maintenance experience in industrial or manufacturing setting.
Military training and/or technical school preferred but not required.
Computer experience/operation and PLC Programming.
Ability to maintain various manufacturing equipment, follow directions and perform other duties.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the maintenance tasks across I, II, and III levels.
Perform mechanical and electrical duties for equipment installation, testing and repair.
Identify malfunctions by observing machinery operation and sounds.
Perform preventive maintenance on plant machinery and facilities.
Install electrical power, control, and security systems.
Repair computer-controlled manufacturing systems.
Provide guidance to management on technical topics.
Operate tools and equipment for testing and repair of mechanical equipment.
Fabricate, assemble and disassemble manufactured products.