Maintenance Electronics Techician Direct Hire

ProStaffing; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

ProStaffing is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Electronics Technician for an industrial facility in Hickory, NC. The role focuses on hands-on electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, and safety to keep production running smoothly.

You will diagnose motor controls, relays, drives, and panels, read schematics, perform preventive maintenance, and document activities. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of related experience and a technical diploma or associate degree.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of electrical installation, troubleshooting, or maintenance experience.
• Experience with single-phase and three-phase systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and manuals.
• Familiar with electrical safety procedures and codes.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment.
• Diagnose issues with motors, drives, control circuits, relays, transformers, and panels.
• Install and repair wiring, switches, breakers, lighting, and components.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Use meters and diagnostic tools to identify issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on distribution systems and motors.
• Inspect equipment for safety concerns and failures.
• Document maintenance, inspections, and testing.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout and PPE procedures and electrical codes.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Read schematics

Maintenance planning

Preventive maintenance

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Technology

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Insulation testers

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Electronics Technician

ProStaffing | Direct Hire Opportunity | Manufacturing

Location: Industrial MFG in Hickory, NC

Pay: $35-$45 based on experience

About the Opportunity

ProStaffing is partnering with an established manufacturing company seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Electronics Technician to join its team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on electrical troubleshooting, solving equipment problems, and keeping manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently.

What You'll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment.


• Diagnose electrical problems involving motors, drives, control circuits, relays, transformers, and electrical panels.


• Install and repair wiring, switches, circuit breakers, lighting, and other electrical components.


• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.


• Use multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and other diagnostic equipment to identify electrical issues.


• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical distribution systems, motors, VFDs, and related equipment.


• Inspect electrical equipment to identify potential safety concerns or equipment failures.


• Complete electrical connections, cable terminations, and testing to ensure proper operation.


• Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment testing.


• Follow electrical safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), proper PPE, and applicable electrical codes.

What We're Looking For

• 2–4 years of electrical installation, troubleshooting, or maintenance experience.


• Experience working with single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.


• Strong understanding of electrical panels, motor controls, and electrical circuits.


• Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues independently using schematics and testing equipment.


• Experience using electrical hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic instruments.


• Working knowledge of electrical safety procedures and applicable codes.


• Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a safety-focused mindset.

Education & Training

• Preferred: Associate's degree, technical diploma, or vocational certification in Electrical Technology or a related field.


• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or equivalent hands‑on experience will also be considered.

Additional Experience 'We'd Love to See

• Industrial manufacturing or facility electrical maintenance experience.


• Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, and motor control centers (MCCs).


• Experience with generators, backup power systems, or building automation controls.


• Electrical licensing or additional technical certifications.


• Valid driver's license.

Work Environment

• Hands‑on electrical maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial setting.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work at heights or in confined spaces.


• Flexibility for overtime, shift schedules, or occasional on‑call responsibilities as needed.


• Commitment to following established electrical safety practices.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

If you're an experienced Electrical Technician who enjoys troubleshooting, working with your hands, and finding solutions to equipment challenges, we'd like to speak with you.

Excellent benefits package including profit sharing.