Night Shift Electrical Controls Technician (Automation)

Gilder Search Group

Bowling Green (OH)

On-site

USD 30,307 - 46,838

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Gilder Search Group is recruiting for an Electrical Controls Technician for a 3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM) in Northwest Ohio. This role supports high-speed automated machinery, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.

Ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial electrical maintenance, experience with PLCs, AC/DC drives, HMIs, and safety standards. Training on first shift for up to 6 months; shift differential and bonus potential included.

Qualifications

3+ years of hands-on industrial electrical and controls maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Solid working knowledge of PLCs, AC/DC drives, motion control systems, and HMIs
Read electrical schematics and ladder logic; interpret manuals to diagnose issues
Familiarity with NFPA 70E electrical safety standards and LOTO procedures
Technical diploma/Associate degree or completed electrician apprenticeship preferred

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults on high-speed manufacturing equipment, including motors, relays, switches, and sensors
Provide online support and real-time response to active production line calls during assigned shifts
Perform and document preventive maintenance (PM) routines on production machinery
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals to diagnose issues
Install, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair VFDs, motion control, and temperature control loops
Connect to, diagnose, and repair PLC and HMI control equipment using Allen-Bradley tools
Log all work order details, repair actions, and parts usage into CMMS
Adhere to LOTO procedures and NFPA 70E safety standards
Communicate equipment status and root-cause findings to engineering and plant leadership