Maintenance Electrical Technician- PLC/ Control (1st Shift)

Trane Technologies; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 89,544,000 - 99,187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to maintain manufacturing machinery and facility systems on-site in Columbia, SC. You will repair automated machine controls, high-level electrical/mechanical work, and uphold preventive maintenance to ensure 100% uptime.

The role requires 3+ years in maintenance, strong mechanical and electrical skills, and the ability to read schematics/blueprints. Benefits include day-one health coverage, retirement matching, and Paid Time Off, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with Industrial Machinery preferred.
• Three (3) plus years of experience in Maintenance is preferred.
• Controls Experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Self-starter and motivated to maintain building/machines to 100% uptime via strong preventative activities.
• Willingness to change, flex, and learn.
• Self-motivated.
• Teamwork.
• Work Pride.
• Innovative.
• Customer Focused.
• Critical Thinking.
• Mechanical Aptitude.
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Standard Work Adherence.

Responsibilities

• Makes major electrical, mechanical, and construction repairs and installations involving schematics and/or blueprint interpretation.
• Troubleshot drive-related issues to the component level for Fanuc, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and other brands of controllers.
• Monitors and troubleshoots machine programs to understand equipment faults.
• Determines the root cause of failures and recommends preventive actions. Communicates the same through the work order system comments/history.
• Troubleshoot faults and other issues within a PLC program
• Carries out preventative maintenance procedures.
• Communicates consistently with internal customers about equipment status in the shop.
• Advises supervisor of needs for outside services and works with service representatives on equipment and controls repair and installation. Shows competency in several crafts and performs handyman aspects in all trades.
• Prepares bills of materials for jobs requiring significant material use and initiates purchase requisitions.
• Uses various material handling equipment such as hoists, carts, lifts, forklift trucks, and hand trucks in moving light to heavy-weight material.
• Uses a variety of lockout/tagout devices as required by the plant LOTO Plan.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Schematic/blueprints

Self-starter

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial maintenance degree preferred

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where Is The Work

On-Site (5 days)

Job Summary

The Maintenance Electrician is responsible for maintaining manufacturing machinery and facility-related equipment. Will engage in repairing automated computerized machine controls and in repairing and maintaining machines, equipment, buildings, and grounds.

Responsibilities

• Makes major electrical, mechanical, and construction repairs and installations involving schematics and/or blueprint interpretation.
• Troubleshot drive-related issues to the component level for Fanuc, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and other brands of controllers.
• Monitors and troubleshoots machine programs to understand equipment faults.
• Determines the root cause of failures and recommends preventive actions. Communicates the same through the work order system comments/history.
• Troubleshoot faults and other issues within a PLC program
• Carries out preventative maintenance procedures.
• Communicates consistently with internal customers about equipment status in the shop.
• Advises supervisor of needs for outside services and works with service representatives on equipment and controls repair and installation. Shows competency in several crafts and performs handyman aspects in all trades.
• Prepares bills of materials for jobs requiring significant material use and initiates purchase requisitions.
• Uses various material handling equipment such as hoists, carts, lifts, forklift trucks, and hand trucks in moving light to heavy-weight material.
• Uses a variety of lockout/tagout devices as required by the plant LOTO Plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with Industrial Machinery preferred.
• Three (3) plus years of experience in Maintenance is preferred.
• Controls Experience is preferred
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Strong Electrical Skills
• Comprehension of schematics/blueprints.
• Knowledge of Hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Self-starter and motivated to maintain building/machines to 100% uptime via strong preventative activities.
• Willingness to change, flex, and learn
• Self-motivated
• Teamwork
• Work Pride
• Innovative
• Customer Focused
• Critical Thinking
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Basic Computer Skills
• Standard Work Adherence

Key Competencies

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of internal company and external associates, both written and orally, including the telephone. Mobility within the work facility.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$33.00

Compensation Type

Hourly

Incentive Eligible

No

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive At Work And At Home

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.