Repairs and maintains electrical systems and equipment for production machinery and equipment, ensuring efficient and safe operation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Diagnose and repair electrical faults in machinery, including control panels, circuits, motors, and sensors.
Conduct regular inspections and maintenance on electrical systems to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.
Troubleshoot and program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and servo systems to control machine operations.
Install and modify electrical wiring, components, and systems for new equipment or facility upgrades.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams to understand system configurations and troubleshoot issues.
Adhere to all electrical safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
Collaboration: Work closely with mechanical maintenance technicians and other team members to ensure coordinated maintenance and problem-solving.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance.
Qualifications:
Associate's degree (A. A.) or Certificate in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school;
Three or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong understanding of electrical principles, components, and troubleshooting techniques.
Proficient in using electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and ammeters.
Must have a strong understanding of safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, electrical safety, hazard communication, and emergency response procedures.
Experience with industrial machinery and equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
PLC programming software
Hand tools for general maintenance
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
