Maintenance Electrician

NTN Bearing Corporation; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NTN Bearing Corporation in Macomb, Illinois is seeking a Maintenance Technician I (Electrician) to install, repair and maintain electrical systems on industrial machinery, including panels, motors and control devices. You will read schematics, test circuits, and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.

The role requires attention to detail, adherence to 5S, and collaboration with plant teams to support productivity, quality, and safety goals.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years related experience or training may be acceptable.
• Experience installing and maintaining electrical systems on industrial equipment.
• Ability to read diagrams, schematics, and safety manuals.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical systems on industrial machinery and equipment.
• Repair motors, switchboards, panels, and control devices.
• Diagnose malfunctions and test machinery to verify repairs.
• Plan wiring layouts and install conduits and electrical apparatus.
• Support plant safety, quality, and 5S initiatives.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Troubleshooting

Industrial machinery

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical test equipment

Job description

#26-0520

Macomb, Illinois, USA Job Description

Maintenance Technician I (Electrician)

General Statement of Responsibilities: Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical components of industrial machinery and equipment by performing the following duties:

• Installs and maintains electrical systems that operate on alternating or direct current circuits, generators, transformers, and appliances through panels, switches, meters, and circuit breakers.
• Repairs motors and other electrical/electronic controls.
• Repairs and maintains electrical switchboards, panels, and other apparatus utilizing electricity.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery to diagnose malfunctioning equipment.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, motors, and position sensing devices.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Replaces electric motor bearings and reconnects motors.
• Pushes buttons and presses keys on teach pendant, and programmable controller to program automated machinery to test for malfunctions and to verify repairs.
• Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic electrical components of machines and equipment.
• Support the Plant quality systems goals/improvements & productivity goals/improvements within the scope of the job.
• Support the Plant safety programs/goals within the scope of the job.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Compliance with applicable Company, Corporate, State, & Federal regulations.
• 5S (Sort, Shine, Set in Order, Standardize, and Sustain) is required of every job.

Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or combination of education and experience. Completion of any formalized training courses as identified by Department Supervisor/Facilities Engineering Manager.

Language & Math Requirements

Language - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with vendors or employees of organization.

Math - Ability to work with mathematical concepts and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.

Reasoning - Ability to solve practical problems and to deal with variables in situations where limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Physical - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Work Environment - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is variable and can be very loud.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

No certificates, licenses, or registrations are required for this position.

Accommodations

The qualifications, physical demands, & work environment specifications listed in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job's essential functions.

Requirements

Starting Wage : Base starting wage is $23.30-$32.54/an hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to: job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. At NTN, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.