Maintenance Electrician

Adient plc; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient plc is seeking a Maintenance Electrician for our Eastaboga, AL site. You will maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems critical to continuous production, troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, and support diagnostics to reduce downtime.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in industrial manufacturing, strong safety discipline, and experience with 480V three-phase systems and VFDs. Collaboration with maintenance and production teams is essential to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years in industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong safety, quality and reliability mindset.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and assist with diagnostics and repairs.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics for AC/DC controls.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

VFDs

Electrical schematics

Three‑phase 480V

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

## Maintenance ElectricianApplylocations: Eastaboga, ALtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-27375**JOB DESCRIPTION**## Position OverviewThe **Maintenance Electrician** plays a critical role in supporting continuous manufacturing operations within a fast-paced industrial environment. This position offers hands-on exposure to a wide range of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems while helping ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of production equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, working with advanced automation technologies, and making a direct impact on plant performance.The ideal candidate will bring strong troubleshooting skills, experience with PLCs, VFDs, and 480V three-phase systems, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.## Primary Responsibilities* Install, maintain, and repair a broad range of electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.* Troubleshoot and repair electrically and mechanically driven operating systems to minimize downtime and support continuous production.* Read and interpret electrical schematics, including AC/DC controls and systems.* Work with PLC-controlled equipment and assist with diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs.* Operate production equipment as needed while performing repairs to maintain continuous operations.* Support operating functions and collaborate with maintenance technicians and production personnel as required.* Work independently with minimal supervision or as part of a maintenance team based on operational needs.## Desired Skills & Knowledge* Automotive manufacturing experience is a plus.* Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.* Strong pneumatic troubleshooting experience.* Experience working in a machine shop environment preferred.* PLC programming skills and formal training are a plus.* Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).* Ability to troubleshoot 480V three-phase motor control systems.* Basic welding skills are a plus.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Highly disciplined, safety-oriented, and detail-focused.* Strong problem-solving ability, logical thinking, and a team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.## Shift Requirement* Ability to work **2nd Shift: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM**.## Requirements* High School Diploma or GED required.* Minimum of **3–5 years of experience** in an industrial manufacturing environment.* Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.* Strong commitment to safety, quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.* Ability to build positive working relationships with management teams while adhering to established workplace policies and procedures.**PRIMARY LOCATION**Bridgewater Interiors III### About UsAdient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With more than 65,000 employees in 29 countries, Adient operates ~200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. We take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year. For more information, please visit **www.adient.com.**