Maintenance Electrician

Skilled Up Solutions; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Up Solutions in Louisville, KY is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose and repair electrical systems on industrial equipment. The role focuses on troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems, reading electrical schematics, and supporting rapid repairs to minimize downtime.

Strong teamwork and communication are essential in a fast-paced environment. Electrical work is primary, with mechanical repairs as needed, within a collaborative maintenance team.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years as a maintenance electrician in industrial maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, schematics, and pneumatic/hydraulic basics.
• PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) using RSLogix/Studio 5000 or TIA Portal.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical systems on industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and interpret wiring diagrams.
• Complete work orders and preventive maintenance; support production.

Skills

Maintenance electrician experience

Electrical systems knowledge

PLC troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

Education

Two Year Electrical or Mechanical Degree

Tools

RSLogix/Studio 5000

TIA Portal

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Top Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of experience as a maintenance electrician in the industrial maintenance industry (refer to internal note)

• Working knowledge of electrical systems and maintenance processes, including interpreting schematics, using industrial networking tools/standards, and supporting basic pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

• Troubleshoot PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) by diagnosing faults in ladder logic, I/O modules, sensors, and field wiring using software tools (e.g., RSLogix/Studio 5000, TIA Portal) to quickly restore equipment operation.

Plusses:

• Two Year Electrical or Mechanical Degree or related field

• Professional working experience troubleshooting equipment in an automated environment

Job Description:

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician for a permanent full-time position in the Louisville, KY area, with a strong emphasis on diagnosing & repairing electrical systems on industrial equipment. This technician will focus on troubleshooting and diagnosing PLC-controlled systems, using tools such as a multimeter to identify electrical issues, while reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic to support system repairs and updates, and working closely with production to quickly resolve equipment problems. Daily responsibilities include completing work orders and preventative maintenance with a focus on electrical reliability, performing daily walk-throughs, addressing emergency breakdowns, and troubleshooting a wide range of industrial machinery. Mechanical repairs may be required as needed, but the primary focus is on electrical work and system performance. Culture is very important, and this candidate must have strong teamwork and communication skills while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.