Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Stabilus; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2/hour shift premium

Overtime opportunities

Hands-on with cutting-edge equipment

Competitive salary and benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Stabilus is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Gastonia, NC. You will diagnose and repair highly automated equipment, focusing on electrical, electronic, and control systems to maximize uptime and reliability.

This role requires strong troubleshooting abilities and the discipline to work safely in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates have a 2-year EE degree and a minimum of five years’ maintenance experience, with proficiency in Siemens S5/S7 PLCs,

Qualifications

• 2-year EE technical degree or equivalent certifications.
• Minimum 5 years of equipment maintenance and reliability experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to diagnose and correct issues independently and troubleshoot PLC systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment with emphasis on electrical/electronic and controls issues.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Document maintenance work, downtime events, and parts usage in SAP-PM.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Two-year EE technical degree

Tools

Siemens S5 PLC

Siemens S7 PLC

SAP-PM/CMMS

HMI/Industrial networking

Job description

Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Permanent Full Time COGS Gastonia, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1698

Maintenance Technician – 2 nd Shift

Department: Manufacturing / Maintenance
Location: Gastonia, NC
Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday – Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Stabilus

Stabilus is a global leader in motion control solutions — gas springs, dampers, and electromechanical drives — with 8,000+ employees across 45 locations worldwide.

Position Summary

The Electrical Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining highly automated manufacturing equipment with primary focus on electrical, electronic, and control systems. This role supports production uptime and equipment reliability by responding to breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, and completing repairs in a safe and timely manner.

The successful candidate will have strong electrical maintenance fundamentals and practical troubleshooting ability in automated manufacturing equipment. This position is expected to diagnose and correctelectrical and controls-related issues independently, support equipment upgrades and improvement activities, and contribute to effective maintenance repair methods and process reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment with emphasis on electrical, electronic, and controls-related issues
• Diagnose and correct equipment issues independently and elevate complex issues as appropriate
• Execute preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, projects, and repair activities on manufacturing equipment
• Support upgrades and improvements to existing equipment, process design, and maintenance repair methods
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, including field devices, wiring, sensors, relays, and control components
• Repair and replace electrical components such as sensors, switches, relays, contactors, overloads, drives, motors, and related hardware
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and equipment manuals
• Accurately document maintenance work, downtime events, parts usage, and follow-up actions in SAP-PM
• Communicate equipment status and repair progress clearly to production supervision and maintenance leadership
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to uptime, equipment reliability, safety, and maintenance effectiveness
• Follow all safety, environmental, and electrical safe work practices, including LOTO requirements

Required Qualifications

• 2-year EE technical degree preferred or equivalent technical certifications
• Minimum5 years of equipment maintenance and reliability experience with relevant manufacturing equipment
• Demonstrated ability todiagnose and correct issues independently
• Strong troubleshooting skills in industrial electrical systems and machine controls
• Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, relays, drives, motors, and related electrical components
• Working knowledge of Siemens S5 PLC systems is required
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and maintenance instructions
• Ability to use electrical diagnostic tools safely and effectively, including multimeters and related test equipment
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and ability to work with limited supervision
• Willingness to accommodate overtime, schedule changes, or emergency support based on business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge ofSiemens S7 PLC systems
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment
• Experience with SAP-PM or other CMMS systems
• Working knowledge of HMIs, industrial networking, and controls diagnostics
• Experience supporting equipment and process improvement initiatives

Core Competencies

• Electrical troubleshooting
• Preventive maintenance execution
• Problem-solving
• Equipment reliability support
• Communication and documentation
• Safety compliance
• Team collaboration

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around automated production equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and perform physical maintenance work throughout the shift
• Ability to safely work around electrical systems and moving equipment in accordance with company safety procedures
• Ability to lift and carry tools, parts, and maintenance materials within established guidelines

What We Offer

• $2/hour shift premium for 2nd shift
• Overtime opportunities
• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge automated production equipment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Career growth within a global manufacturing organization