Maintenance Electrical Technician III

Spectrum Brands; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Brands in Blacksburg, VA, seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to uphold safe, reliable, and efficient production equipment and facility systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate across teams to minimize downtime.

The role requires hands-on expertise in welding, fabrication, machine shop tools, and strong knowledge of PLCs and electrical schematics. Flexibility for overtime is expected in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years college/technical education preferred.
• 5+ years of Industrial Maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of machine control (PLC, sensors, IO).
• Welding and fabrication experience is required.
• Flexible schedule with occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Actively support a safe work environment by following safety policies and improving workplace safety.
• Complete preventive maintenance inspections on a weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual basis.
• Perform routine and complex maintenance tasks including tightening, adjusting, lubricating, and replacing components.
• Troubleshoot production equipment and facility systems to minimize downtime.
• Communicate parts, supplies, and repair needs to stakeholders clearly.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying efficiency improvements and new technologies.
• Document repairs, inspections, and PM activities accurately.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance to meet production needs.
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and respect in all interactions.

Skills

Reliability

Industrial Maintenance

PLC & Sensors

Welding & Fabrication

Blueprints & Schematics

Troubleshooting

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college/technical education

Tools

Machine shop tools

Welding equipment

PLC programming tools

Job description

Division Information

The Pet Care division of Spectrum Brands is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with a robust network of distribution, manufacturing, and sales operations across the United States and around the world. Dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners, we proudly serve households with dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish, and reptiles.

Our portfolio features a trusted lineup of industry-leading brands-Tetra, Instant Ocean, Marineland, 8-in-1, Dingo, FURminator, Nature's Miracle, GloFish, DreamBone, and SmartBones-each known for delivering exceptional value, quality, and reliable results pet owners can count on.

Job Summary

Performs routine and complex repairs, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Collaborates with team members across essential functions and skill areas to minimize downtime, maintain equipment performance, and support the continuous improvement of departmental processes.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Actively support and maintain a safe work environment by following all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations and identifying opportunities to improve workplace safety.
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance (PM) inspections according to established weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual schedules to ensure production, distribution, and facility equipment operates safely and efficiently.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities including, but not limited to, tightening, adjusting, aligning, lubricating, inspecting, and replacing components as needed.
• Maintain a working knowledge of production equipment, facility systems, and manufacturing processes to effectively troubleshoot and support operations.
• Perform routine and complex equipment repairs and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maintain reliable operations.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying and implementing opportunities to improve process efficiency, incorporate new technology, simplify processes, eliminate barriers, and reduce non-value-added activities.
• Accurately maintain documentation of repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities performed.
• Identify required components, parts, and replacement items and effectively communicate purchasing or inventory needs to the appropriate team members.
• Collaborate effectively with Operations, Maintenance, and other team members to support production needs and departmental goals.
• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and respect through a positive and supportive approach when working with others.

Education and Experience Profile

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of college or technical school education in a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience, preferred.

Required Skills

• Must be reliable and work with minimal supervision.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Industrial Maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of machine control (PLC's, Sensors, IO's).
• Strong knowledge and experience with Welding, Fabrication & Machine Shop Equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs with occasional overtime.
• Good verbal and written skills, computer literacy. Excellent organizational skills and follow-up skills.
• Ability to read and understand machine blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Strong ability to trouble shoot equipment malfunctions. Work Environment: Working conditions are normal for a Manufacturing environment.The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Spectrum Brands is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to conditions typical of production and facility operations. Employees are expected to follow all established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as applicable.