Senior Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

Comfort Systems USA

Birmingham (AL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Amteck is expanding its Service division and is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of electrical systems in industrial and manufacturing environments. You will ensure compliance with NFPA 70B, OEM specs, and NETA standards while supporting uptime and safe operation.

Responsibilities include infrared testing, visual inspections, lubrication and service of equipment, electrical testing of power distribution,

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in an industrial electrical maintenance setting.
Strong understanding of electrical theory, power distribution, and industrial electrical installations.
Ability to develop and execute preventive maintenance strategies aligned with industry standards.
High proficiency using electrical tools, diagnostic instruments, and testing equipment.
Strong computer proficiency, including the ability to generate, review, upload, and send reports and project information.
Ability to interpret and apply arc‑flash studies and safety protocols.
Extensive knowledge of current NEC rules and regulations.
Extensive knowledge of OSHA, NFPA 70E and other rules and regulations in regards to construction safety.
Strong knowledge of scheduling and reporting processes for maintenance activities.
Identification and mitigation of potential issues before cost impacts.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and customer interaction.
Customer growth mindset with a focus on reliability, safety, and productivity.
Well-developed decision-making skills, particularly regarding equipment safety and operational impact.
Demonstrates and enforces company and site‑specific safety requirements with zero tolerance for unsafe behaviors, reinforcing that all incidents are preventable through consistent safe work practices.
NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B electrical safety and maintenance training/certification preferred, but not required.
OEM-specific equipment training and certification preferred, but not required.
NETA electrical testing and maintenance certification, preferably QEMW, preferred but not required.
Ability to travel frequently up to 100% of the time, including by airline and other methods.
Above average mechanical aptitude, basic mathematic ability, and the ability to read construction documents.
The willingness to participate in field training, whether it by OJT, classroom-based, or completely virtual.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical preventive maintenance and testing in accordance with NFPA 70B, OEM specifications, and NETA standards
Conduct infrared thermography to identify abnormal heat signatures and potential electrical faults
Complete visual inspections of electrical components, wiring, and connections to identify wear, contamination, or damage
Clean, lubricate, and mechanically service electrical equipment to ensure proper performance and longevity
Perform electrical testing on power distribution systems, control equipment, and motors to verify proper functionality
Assess equipment condition and operating environments to identify maintenance risks and improvement opportunities
Apply proper safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc-flash awareness, and reviewing current arc-flash studies
Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives and integrate safe work practices into all job tasks
Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, test results, corrective actions, and recommendations
Proactively identify and mitigate potential issues to minimize downtime and cost impacts
Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and team members regarding work performed and equipment condition
Instruct, implement and enforce the company safety program and site specific safety requirements incidents are preventable is critical to our success