Maintenance Electrician Technician, Lead

Georg Fischer Ltd.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer Ltd. in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking a Lead Maintenance Electrician Technician to maintain and ensure the reliability of electrical systems and industrial equipment. This role involves advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair work with a focus on safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of electrical systems, advanced diagnosis skills, and experience with PLC programming. Join us in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems.
• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining safety, functionality, and reliability of building infrastructure.
• Performing advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair tasks on electrical systems.
• Providing leadership in preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Voltage testers

Hand tools

Job description

## Maintenance Electrician Technician, LeadApplyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Little Rock, Arkansastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR10157At GF, we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people’s lives around the globe.Join us to be part of a forward-thinking, people-centered company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a collaborative, international environment.The Lead Maintenance Electrician Technician is responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, and reliability of building infrastructure and industrial equipment. This role performs advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems. Responsibilities include working with electrical systems ranging up to 480V, diagnosing and repairing machinery and equipment, and installing electrical components and apparatus.The technician interprets and follows electrical codes, schematics, blueprints, manuals, and technical specifications while utilizing hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment. This position also provides leadership in ensuring preventive maintenance programs are completed efficiently and in compliance with safety standards and operational requirements.**Essential Duties & Responsibilities:*** Installs power supply wiring and conduct for newly installed machines and equipment, such as robots, conveyors, and programmable controllers, following electrical code and blueprints, using hand tools and voltage testers.* Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment, following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints, using hand tools and test equipment.* Detects malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment, and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables, using hand tools.* Tests malfunctioning machinery, using test equipment, and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers, such as machine repairer, maintenance and tool maker, maintenance, to diagnose malfunction.* Replaces faulty electrical components of machine, such as relays, switches, and motors, and positions sensing devices, using hand tools.* Diagnoses and repairs or replace faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards, using electronic test equipment and hand tools.* Replace electric motor bearings and rewires motors.* May push buttons and press keys on robot controller, teach pendant, and programmable controller to program automated machinery, such as robots, to operate automated machinery, to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs.* May plan layout of wiring and install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.* May diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.* Performs advanced troubleshooting and repair tasks on building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural components.* Other duties as assigned. ## *Required Skills/Abilities:** Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC systems.* Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for industrial equipment and facility systems.* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical specifications.* Knowledge of electrical codes, safety regulations, and lockout/tagout procedures.* Experience with PLC programming and automated machinery preferred.* Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.* Effective verbal and written communication skills.* Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.## *Education and Experience:** High School Diploma or GED is required.* May be required to hold electrician's license.* Five (5) to seven (7) years manufacturing, Engineering or related experience preferred.* Three (3) years' experience supervising / leading a 24/7 maintenance team.* Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience of PLC programming is preferred.* Experience implementing and maintaining preventive maintenance programs preferred.## *Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:** Work is performed in both office and manufacturing environments with exposure to varying temperatures.* Exposure to production equipment noise, moving mechanical parts, electrical hazards, and fumes.* Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, and lifting.* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move irregular or heavy objects as needed.* Ability to perform overhead lifting and work in confined or elevated spaces when required.* Visual ability to inspect equipment, read technical documents, and distinguish details at close and long distances.* Ability to exert up to 60 pounds of force occasionally and smaller amounts frequently throughout the workday.Please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button.