Maintenance Technician, Electrician IV

Abbott Laboratories; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Madison, WI, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician, Electrician IV to operate, maintain and repair electrical and automation systems across production, lab and GMP facilities. This role requires hands-on troubleshooting of PLCs, motor controls, wiring and utility systems, with emphasis on safety, documentation and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate holds an associates degree or equivalent, 7+ years of relevant work, and a Wisconsin Master Electrician license.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electrical or mechanical maintenance or related field or equivalent
• 7+ years of experience in commercial/industrial electrical systems
• 7+ years with AC/DC motor controls, PLCs, and 0-480V wiring
• 7+ years operating hand tools, meters and test equipment
• Must hold Wisconsin Master Electrician license and NFPA 70e training or ability to obtain

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and controls
• Enter and prioritize work orders in CMMS; ensure proper documentation
• Oversee facility and utility systems and spare parts management
• Support automated fill, cap and labeling lines and packaging systems
• Perform preventive and demanded maintenance with proper SOP and EHS adherence
• Conduct regular building inspections; respond to power outages and alarms
• Provide technical support for building infrastructure and automation systems
• Ensure contractor compliance with EHS policies and regulatory standards

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC & controls

Hand tools & testing

Structured wiring

Documentation

Education

Associates degree in electrical/mechanical maintenance

High school diploma + formal apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Visio

CAFM

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Opportunity

The Maintenance Technician, Electrician IV is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing as well as adjusting electrical equipment, sensors, controls, wiring systems, and industrial processing systems used in production, laboratory, office and utility spaces located within office, Lab, R&D, and GMP manufacturing locations. Additionally, this position supports automation equipment like fill, cap, and labeling, conveying, and product finishing equipment and supports maintenance and performs troubleshooting as requested. This is a multi-skilled electrical maintenance position at Abbott.

What You’ll Work On:

• Communicate facility and safety related issues that arise from daily operations to the Facilities Management to coordinate with internal customers, property owner and/or outside vendors.
• Own the process in managing spare parts for respective field.
• Oversee the facility and utility systems for respective field.
• Enter, prioritize and complete work orders in the CMMS system.
• Provide first level review of completed work orders for respective field.
• Review and sign off on facility projects related to respective field.
• Execute preventive maintenance and demand maintenance tasks with proper documentation and closure.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly building inspections to assess the current operational condition, document findings, and take appropriate follow up action following applicable procedures.
• React to loss of electrical power and other utility outages, as well as assist in restoration efforts following weather related events.
• Respond to critical alarms following proper procedures.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOP) and EHS requirements.
• Recommend changes to equipment and facility infrastructure to improve safety, performance, and reliability.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory standards, including but not limited to GMP, OSHA, FDA and USDA.
• Participate and perform in the on-call program for emergency service.
• Provide technical support and expertise for building infrastructure, systems, and controls to maintain efficient and reliable operation, including the completion of accurate and contemporaneous GMP documentation.
• Oversee documentation of Maintenance Assistant and Technician.
• Provide technical support and expertise for all automated infrastructure equipment as required.
• Support automated fill, cap, and labeling equipment by working with the manufacturing and product finishing groups to conduct periodic maintenance and ensure that equipment is operable at all times.
• Self-perform all monitoring, repair, and maintenance on all electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems and equipment.
• Ensure contractor compliance with EHS polices regarding contractors.
• Implement and improve preventive maintenance procedures.
• Willing to learn and expand tradecraft skills.
• Ability to teach new technologies, systems and equipment to Maintenance Technicians and Assistants.
• Strong documentation skills and attention-to-detail.
• Proven ability for problem solving and trouble shooting.
• Proven ability to work effectively in team situations as well as independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven understanding of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, compressed air, and other related facility systems.
• Proven ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals and troubleshooting problems to make adjustments and repairs.
• Ability to adapt to a quickly changing work environment with rapidly changing needs and requests.
• Independent self-starter with positive attitude and above average organizational skills.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 25% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work standing for approximately 75% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to use hand and power tools, climb ladders, enter tight spaces requiring awkward postures.
• Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously.
• Ability to use a telephone through a headset.
• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to work with hazardous or flammable materials so as not to endanger oneself or others.
• Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.
• Ability to travel 5% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree in electrical, mechanical maintenance, or related field; or high school degree/general education diploma and successful completion of a formal apprenticeship program in lieu of degree.
• 7+ years of experience in commercial, industrial, healthcare or similar electrical systems.
• 7+ years of experience working with AC & DC variable speed motor controls, PLCs and Process Controls, working with voltages between 0-480 volts and structured wiring.
• 7+ years of experience operating hand tools, small power tools, multi-meters and various test equipment.
• 7+ years of experience sizing and installing new electrical components and associated wire and conduit.
• 7+ years of experience running and installing structured wiring.
• 5+ years of experience with Facility software tools: BAS (Building Automation Systems), Visio, CMMS, CAFM, environmental monitoring, etc.
• Must hold and maintain a valid Wisconsin Master Electrician license at the time of hire.
• Current NFPA 70e certification training or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
• Professional working knowledge of power distribution and motor control sensors.
• Basic computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license; no suspended, revoked, surrendered, invalid, etc. allowed.
• No more than two moving violations, events, or accidents within the last 36 months.
• No alcohol or drug event in which a vehicle was driven by the candidate or employee, including but not limited to Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) failure, refusal to submit to alcohol or drug test, alcohol related suspension, etc. in the last 36 months.
• No other results from the Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check that exposes Abbott to what Abbott deems to be an unacceptable level of liability.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in using a computerized maintenance management and building control system.
• 5+ years of experience with automated packaging and process systems and components, including PLC programming (Allen-Bradley).
• 5+ years of experience in regulated environment, e.g., ISO 13485, FDA GMP, or USDA.
• 5+ years of experience with ladder logic programming.
• Knowledge of CLIA/CAP regulations.
• Experience with OSHA, EPA, and FDA regulations.
• Experience in repair and maintenance of automated equipment.

The base pay for this position is $26.50 – $53.00/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Facilities & Maintenance

DIVISION: ONCO Cancer Diagnostics

LOCATION: United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT: Standard

TRAVEL: Yes, 50 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next‑generation diagnostics, life‑changing devices, science‑based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well‑being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

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