Maintenance - Electrical Technician

Wilsonart LLC; Temple (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Holidays

Vision insurance

Gym discounts

Work-life balance

Job summary

Wilsonart LLC in Temple, TX seeks an experienced electrical technician to install, troubleshoot, and repair complex electrical systems within the plant, including PLCs and instrumentation. Five or more years in industrial electrical work are required, along with strong knowledge of electrical codes and safety practices.

The role involves diagnosing faults, performing repairs, and supporting preventive maintenance to keep production lines running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus an associate degree or tech certificate in electrical/electronics.
• 5+ years of direct electrical experience in an industrial environment.
• Extensive experience operating and programming PLCs, drives and controllers.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains complex wiring circuits and distribution systems to code for new equipment/repairs.
• Diagnoses complex electrical troubles and performs necessary repairs.
• Installs/programs/repairs PLCs, industrial controls, and instrumentation.
• Trains others as needed and supports preventive maintenance.

Skills

Electrical safety

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Education

Associate degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Job description

Win at Wilsonart At Wilsonart, we don’t just make surfaces—we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care. You’ll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You’ll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you’ll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life. Here, you’ll win with:

• Support that keeps you well
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• FSAs and dependent care options
• Vision and legal benefits
• Gym discounts and wellness clinics
• Tuition reimbursement—from you and your dependents
• Opportunities to grow
• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
• Training, coaching, and mentorship
• Development programs to support your goals
• Time for what matters
• Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
• A culture that respects work-life balance

Job Description

Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs complex electrical and electronic equipment and distribution systems involving electrical work of a broad nature including knowledge of digital analog circuitry. Diagnoses and maintains complex electrical systems and repairs and replaces all electrical apparatus. Performs other tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs and maintains complex wiring circuits and distribution systems to applicable codes for new equipment/repairs.
• Installs and maintains complex electrical and electronic components of varied equipment in the plant.
• Diagnoses complex electrical troubles and break downs.
• Performs necessary repairs and replaces all electrical apparatus as needed to continue production.
• Installs and maintains complex electrical and electronic components of varied equipment in the plant.
• Diagnoses complex electrical troubles and break downs.
• Performs necessary repairs and replaces all electrical apparatus as needed to continue production.
• Install, Troubleshoot and Maintain industrial controls, instrumentation and industrial control wiring.
• Works from complex wiring diagrams, code books, and similar documents.
• Operates production equipment to check work as required.
• Installs/programs/repairs programmable logic controllers (PLC).
• Continue to train others as needed.
• Good predictive analysis and preventative maintenance skills Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems in the plant.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of electrical principles.
• Knowledge of wiring schematics.
• Knowledge of use and repairs of PLC control systems.
• Knowledge in computers sufficient to utilize word processors, spreadsheets, and PLC interface applications.
• Demonstrated ability to continue learning new and complex programs.
• Skill in writing for documentation and record keeping.
• Ability to communicate well in oral and written forms at all levels of the organization, internal and external.
• Ability to be comfortable and safety conscious when operating machinery.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to resolve problems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• EDUCATION: High School Graduate or GED Plus an associate’s degree or tech school certificate in the related electrical or electronics field
• EXPERIENCE: 5+ years Five years of solid, direct electrical experience in an industrial environment and working experience with programmable AC drives, and servo drive systems . Must have extensive experience operating and programming PLC’s, drives and controllers. Knowledge of the National Electrical Code is required. Experience in hydraulic and pneumatic systems is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight (>50 lbs) Examples: grounds staff and EMS

ENVIRONMENT

Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature extremes, loud noises and bright lights. Examples: mail clerks, material handlers and food service workers

We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

Wilsonart is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

At Wilsonart, we believe in the power of possibilities. Making surfaces that combine form and function. Flexibility and durability. Practicality and possibility. With our engineered surfaces, we can replicate the surfaces of nature. We can create new, inspired looks with more durable, sustainable materials. If it can be imagined, we can make it happen. We manufacture and distribute High Pressure Laminate, Coordinated TFL and Edgeband, Quartz, Solid Surface, Epoxy, and other decorative engineered surfaces for use in the office, education, healthcare, residential, hospitality, and retail markets.