Maintenance Electrician

Electrical Automation Services; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Automation Services seeks a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment in a manufacturing facility in Akron, OH. The role requires hands-on expertise with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, plus PLC fault diagnosis and safety compliance.

You will read schematics, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with the maintenance team to implement long-lasting fixes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or an associate’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of production equipment, electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and controls.
• Ability to read schematics and use diagnostic tools; PLC troubleshooting required; welding a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to production equipment issues and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Repair and maintain production machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to support troubleshooting and repairs.
• Independently troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including PLC I/O diagnostics and reading ladder logic to identify faults.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate maintenance records.
• Identify recurring problems and help develop lasting fixes.
• Request parts and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Follow plant safety procedures and food manufacturing quality practices.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

VFDs and sensors

Welding experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training

Associate degree

Job description

Location: This position is on-site in Akron, OH. Please apply only if you live within 37 miles of Akron.Location: Hiram, OHPay: $34.10–$36.70/hr, plus a $2.10/hr premium for 12-hour nights.Shift: Nights, 12-hour 2-2-3 rotation.We’re seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment in a manufacturing facility. This role is suited to someone who can handle common equipment issues independently and work with the maintenance team on more complex repairs.Industrial Electricians, Electrical Maintenance Technicians, Electro-Mechanical Technicians, and Multicraft Maintenance Technicians are encouraged to apply.ResponsibilitiesRespond to production equipment issues and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.Repair and maintain production machinery, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.Read electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to support troubleshooting and repairs.Independently troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including PLC I/O diagnostics and reading ladder logic to identify faults.Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate maintenance records.Identify recurring problems and help develop lasting fixes.Request parts and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance.Follow plant safety procedures and food manufacturing quality practices.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required; technical training or an associate’s degree is preferred.Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Hands-on experience troubleshooting production equipment, electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and controls.Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.Ability to read schematics and use standard diagnostic tools.PLC troubleshooting experience required; PLC programming experience is a plus.Welding experience is a plus.Basic computer skills and familiarity with workplace safety practices.