Maintenance Technician

Dotson; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with employer match

Employer-paid disability

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems (MPS) – Alabaster is seeking a maintenance technician to apply electrical theory, assist engineers in design and repair, and support equipment upgrades onsite in Alabaster, Alabama.

You’ll assemble systems, collaborate with engineers, and perform inspections while adhering to 5S and safety policies. Strong technical basics and 0–2 years’ experience are preferred; accreditation from a technical school is required.

Qualifications

• Accreditation from a technical school or skilled trades program is required.
• Ability to interpret work instructions is necessary.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills are expected.
• Technical expertise in electrical/electronic systems is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic technical assistance for electrical or engineering issues before, during and after construction.
• Assemble electrical/electronic systems and prototypes per engineering data using tools and instruments.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify and solve developmental problems.
• Analyze test information to resolve design-related issues.
• Install, repair and upgrade industrial control systems, including PLC logic.

Skills

Interpret work instructions

Verbal & written communication

Technical knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Accreditation from technical school or skilled trades program

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Alabaster, AL, 1909 Highway 87, Alabaster, Alabama, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

MPS – Alabaster is seeking a detail‑driven and motivated Maintenance Technician responsible for applying electrical theory and related knowledge, assists engineers in the design, evaluation and repair of electrical equipment.

This role is Onsite in Alabaster, AL

What You’ll Do

• Provide basic technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during and after construction
• Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments
• Collaborate with engineers and other personnel to identify, define and solve developmental problems
• Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems
• Draw or modify diagrams and write engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of experimental electronics units
• Install, repair, modify and upgrade industrial control systems; control systems may be relay controlled, microprocess based on PLC logic (i.e., PLC programming and troubleshooting)
• Conduct inspections for quality control and assurance programs, reporting findings and recommendations
• Prepare project cost and work-time estimates when needed
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need to Excel in This Role

• Handle basic issues and problems and refer to more complex issues to higher‑level staff
• Possess beginning to working knowledge of subject matter
• Typically require accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 0 to 2 years of experience
• Ability to interpret work instructions
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Technical expertise

MPS offers a competitive compensation package; including a bonus potential based on company performance and a dynamic work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and professional growth. A comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with employer match, employer‑paid disability and more...

For Us, For Family. Surround yourself with fun, energetic, and hard‑working professionals who are dedicated to achieving Mission Zero; zero safety or environmental incidents.

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record‑keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long‑standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre‑employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.

Alabaster, AL, 1909 Highway 87, Alabaster, Alabama, United States of America