Technician - Electrical

ProAmpac; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a dedicated Electrical Technician to join our maintenance team. You will inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems, controlling automation and ensuring safe operation across the facility.

The role requires reading blueprints, wiring, PLCs, and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment. Applicants must have a valid driver's license for travel between sites and a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of electrical systems and components.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, transformers, circuit breakers, and network switches.
• Familiarity with PLCs and HVAC infrastructure.
• Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.
• Valid driver's license for travel between sites.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment during maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain electrical equipment and systems to prevent downtime.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, machinery, transformers, breakers, and network switches.
• Perform wiring and installation following electrical codes.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and HVAC units.
• Use hand and power tools safely during repairs and maintenance.
• Program, monitor, and troubleshoot PLCs to support manufacturing operations.
• Maintain logs of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize equipment efficiency and reliability.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders when coordinating repairs.

Skills

Electrical systems

Electrical codes

PLCs

HVAC

Blueprints

Safety minded

Troubleshooting

Communication

Job description

Description

Company Information:

ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with a comprehensive product offering, providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. ProAmpac’s approach to sustainability provides innovative sustainable flexible packaging products to help our customers achieve their sustainability goals. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement, and Impact..

Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Technician - Electrical to join our dynamic operations team. This role is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, safety, and reliability of our facility's electrical infrastructure, machinery, and control systems. The ideal candidate brings a meticulous eye for detail and a strong background in performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting complex electrical issues, and executing precise electrical wiring. Working closely with our maintenance and operations departments, the Technician - Electrical is expected to maintain high operational standards while delivering exceptional customer service to internal teams.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, test, and maintain various electrical equipment, electrical systems, and electronic components to prevent unexpected downtime.
• Perform comprehensive troubleshooting and problem-solving on electrical circuits, machinery, transformers, circuit breakers, and network switches.
• Execute precise electrical wiring, blueprinting interpretation, and installation tasks in compliance with all relevant electrical codes.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on industrial machinery, HVAC units, and associated control systems.
• Utilize hand tools and power tool operation techniques safely and effectively during repairs, installations, and maintenance activities.
• Program, monitor, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to ensure seamless manufacturing operations.
• Maintain accurate logs of all maintenance activities, system modifications, and equipment performance metrics.
• Collaborate with management and cross-functional operations teams to optimize equipment efficiency and improve system reliability.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills when coordinating repairs and providing customer service to internal department stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of electrical systems, electrical equipment, and electronic components.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, transformers, circuit breakers, and network switches.
• General knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and HVAC infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprinting documentation.
• Valid Driver's License is required for travel between company sites.
• Demonstrated physical capability for lifting ability associated with heavy industrial equipment maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing, industrial, or facility operations environment.
• Proven track record of successful problem-solving and troubleshooting complex machinery and control systems.
• Strong organizational skills with a reputation for being detail-oriented and safety-conscious.
• Prior experience utilizing hand tools and power tool operation in heavy commercial settings.

Additional Desired Skills:

Electrical Wiring, Lifting Ability, Electrical Systems, Machinery, Electronic Components, Electrical Equipment, Preventive Maintenance, Hand Tools, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Valid Driver's License, Detail Oriented, HVAC, Circuit Breakers, Programmable Logic Controllers, Power Tool Operation, Blueprinting, Network Switches, Management, Control Systems, Problem Solving, Transformers (Electrical), Electrical Codes, Operations, Customer Service, Communication

Pay: $35-41 Shift: 7a-3p M-F

Equal Opportunity Employer

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