SP Electrical Maintenance Technician

Mount Franklin Food; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

Mount Franklin Food in El Paso, TX is seeking an Industrial Electrical Technician to design, program, troubleshoot, and repair PLC-controlled equipment ensuring safe, efficient operation of production lines.

You will support cross-functional teams, drive continuous improvement, and uphold GMP, food safety, and sanitation standards while performing preventive maintenance and rapid repairs.

Qualifications

• Three to five years' experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial equipment.
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment (Allen Bradley, Siemens or equivalent).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment operation in a safe, efficient, and reliable manner.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and automation issues impacting production.
• Inspect, repair, or replace defective components and test equipment after repairs.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Motor control

HMI troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training or 3+ years experience

Tools

Allen Bradley Studio 5000

RSLogix/Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

HMI troubleshooting

Job description

Primary Purpose of the PositionDesign, program, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical and automation systems, including PLC-controlled equipment, to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of production equipment. The position supports cross-functional teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in a manufacturing environment.QualificationsEducation/CertificationHigh School Diploma or GED requiredTechnical training preferred and/or minimum of three (3) years of relevant experienceSpecial Knowledge/SkillsKnowledge of industrial electrical control systemsPLC programming and PLC troubleshooting knowledgeAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manualsExperienceMinimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipmentHands-on experience repairing electrical control systems, including:AC motors, servo motorsSensors (inductive, capacitive, reflective)Relays, VFDs, and control panelsExperience with PLC-controlled equipment (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)Experience troubleshooting pneumatic and electromechanical systemsExperience using electrical diagnostic tools such as clamp meters, multimeters, and megohmmetersExperience supporting equipment startups, changeovers, or new equipment installations preferred.Essential Functions and Major ResponsibilitiesMaintain equipment operation in a safe, efficient, and reliable mannerTroubleshoot and repair of electrical and automation-related issues impacting production, maintenance, sanitation, and warehouse equipmentAnalyze mechanical and operational problems and implement corrective actionsInspect used parts to determine dimensional and operational requirementsRepair or replace defective electrical and mechanical componentsInstall special functional and electrical parts in equipment and systemsAnalyze electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic to install, repair, calibrate, or replace electrical and electronic devicesTest equipment after repairs, changeovers, or extended downtime to ensure proper operationInitiate purchase orders for replacement parts, tools, and equipment as neededEnsure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety, quality, sanitation, employee safety, and environmental standardsMaintain work area cleanliness and comply with 5S standardsPerform additional duties as assigned by supervisorCore CompetenciesTechnical SkillsTroubleshooting electrical systems (110VAC, 220VAC, 440VAC)Motor control circuits including starters, overloads, contactors, and relaysInstallation and troubleshooting of AC and DC electric motorsAbility to read electrical schematics, ladder logic, and panel layoutsTroubleshooting and basic programming of PLC-controlled equipmentExperience with:Allen Bradley (Studio 5000, RSLogix, FactoryTalk)Siemens (TIA Portal, Step 7)Ability to monitor PLC logic, identify faults, and support program modificationsHMI troubleshooting and basic modificationsKnowledge of I/O modules, analog signals, and control devicesInstallation and troubleshooting of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)Understanding of encoders, resolvers, and motor feedback devicesInstallation and calibration of industrial sensors (temperature, pressure, level, load cells, proximity sensors)Soft SkillsHigh level of mental and visual focusWillingness to work rotating shifts as requiredBilingual (Spanish/English) preferredAbility to work independently and as part of a teamPhysical and Behavioral Job RequirementsPhysicalMust be physically present at the assigned worksiteJob requires standing for most of the shiftAbility to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs safelyManual dexterity required to repair and maintain machinesSufficient visual acuity (corrected) to read instructions, operateequipment, and visually inspect machineryAbility to stoop, bend, kneel, climb ladders, walk, and stand for extended periods.BehavioralMaintain emotional control under stress.Work well with others.Treat others with dignity and respect.Work with frequent interruptions.The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.Requirements represent minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the skills or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.Employment is “at-will.”Pay: From $30.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 – 48 per weekBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceWork Location: In person