Maintenance - All Levels

Accelera; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking an Industrial Electrical Technician for a Manteno, IL food production plant. The role offers a choice of 1st or 2nd shift with pay between $32.00 and $38.00 per hour in a professional work setting.

You will maintain, install, and diagnose electrical infrastructure to keep production efficient while complying with safety and industry standards. Join a team focused on reliability and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of industrial electrical experience; food manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to analyze manuals, blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with PLC programming and automation hardware.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance on production lines.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical infrastructure including panels, motors, wiring, and conduit.
• Set up electrical hardware for production lines to meet safety regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify and fix complex electrical faults.
• Manage PLC programming and upkeep for automated machinery.
• Repair HMIs, VFDs, and PLC systems.
• Conduct safety inspections and mentor team on equipment use.
• Assess electrical risks and promote a safe workplace.

Skills

Blueprints & schematics

Power distribution

Motor control systems

PLC programming

HMI & VFD knowledge

Electrical test equipment

Education

High school diploma

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrical Technician to join a food production plant located in Manteno, IL. This role is available on either the 1st or 2nd shift and offers a competitive pay scale between $32.00 and $38.00 per hour within a professional, high-quality work setting.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for the upkeep, installation, and diagnostic repair of electrical infrastructure, ensuring that food manufacturing operations remain efficient and productive.

Primary Duties

• Perform installation and maintenance tasks on electrical infrastructure, such as panels, motors, wiring, and conduit systems.
• Set up electrical hardware for production lines to help maintain full compliance with all safety and industry regulations.
• Execute regular preventive maintenance checks to proactively detect and resolve issues, thereby minimizing operational downtime.
• Utilize specialized diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex electrical failures.
• Restore system performance by replacing or repairing damaged electrical parts like circuit breakers, relays, and switches.
• Manage the programming and upkeep of Programmable Logic Controllers to ensure smooth automated machinery performance.
• Perform repairs and diagnostics on HMIs, VFDs, and various PLC systems.
• Evaluate electrical risks and perform safety inspections to help foster a secure environment for all personnel.
• Offer technical guidance and instruction to team members regarding the safe usage and basic troubleshooting of electrical equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and understand technical manuals, electrical blueprints, and schematics.
• Comprehensive understanding of power distribution, control circuits, and AC/DC motor systems.
• Practical background in the repair, troubleshooting, and programming of PLCs.
• Working knowledge of automation hardware, including HMIs and VFDs.
• Expertise in operating diagnostic tools like insulation testers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters to ensure accurate system testing.
• Completion of high school or an equivalent educational program.
• At least five years of professional experience in industrial electrical roles, with a preference for those with a background in food manufacturing.