Maintenance Tech

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

D6 is seeking a Maintenance Tech to maintain and improve electrical systems on production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Council Bluffs, IA. You will diagnose faults, support PLC-driven automation, and mentor junior staff while upholding safety protocols.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, wiring, and calibration of line controls and collaborating with controls engineering to ensure reliability and compliance with NFPA 70E standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Demonstrated experience with 3-phase motor controls, VFDs, and industrial control panels.
• Working knowledge of PLC/HMI systems (Beckhoff/ABB or Schneider preferred).
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA 70E, and arc-flash safety standards.
• Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics independently.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems on production equipment: motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, sensors, and control panels.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and wiring diagrams.
• Program and troubleshoot basic PLC/HMI logic (Beckhoff, Schneider, ABB or equivalent).
• Maintain and calibrate automated thermoforming, extrusion, and sortation line controls.
• Lead root-cause analysis on recurring electrical failures and recommend reliability improvements.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC/HMI systems

Electrical schematics

Safety standards NFPA70E

Mentoring

Education

Associate's degree or trade certification in Industrial Electrical/Electronics

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Beckhoff PLCs

Schneider PLCs

ABB PLCs

VFDs

Job description

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Maintenance Tech

Full Time Council Bluffs, IA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1089

Salary Range: $25.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician II is an advanced maintenance role with a primary focus on the electrical, controls, and automation systems that drive D6's thermoforming, extrusion, and recycling equipment. This technician diagnoses and repairs complex electrical faults, supports PLC-driven automation, and mentors Maintenance Technician I staff on electrical safety and troubleshooting.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems on production equipment: motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, sensors, and control panels
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and wiring diagrams
• Perform installation, wiring, and repair of 120V–480V 3-phase industrial electrical systems
• Program and troubleshoot basic PLC/HMI logic (Beckhoff, Schneider,ABB or equivalent) in coordination with controls engineering
• Maintain and calibrate automated thermoforming, extrusion, and sortation line controls
• Lead root-cause analysis on recurring electrical failures and recommend reliability improvements
• Perform all Maintenance Technician I mechanical duties as needed
• Ensure full compliance with NFPA 70E, LOTO, and arc-flash safety protocols
• Train and mentor Maintenance Technician I staff on electrical safety and basic troubleshooting
• Maintain electrical PM schedules, spare parts inventory, and CMMS documentation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree or trade certification in Industrial Electrical/Electronics preferred
• 3–5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• Demonstrated experience with 3-phase motor controls, VFDs, and industrial control panels
• Working knowledge of PLC/HMI systems (Beckhoff/ABB or Schneider preferred)
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA 70E, and arc-flash safety standards
• Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics independently
• Prior experience in plastics, packaging, extrusion, or recycling operations a plus
• Journeyman electrician license a plus, not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying plant temperatures
• Ability to respond to after-hours/on-call emergency calls as needed