Electrical Maintenance Technician

About the Opportunity

The Maintenance Technician troubleshoots, inspects, repairs, and maintains electrical and mechanical systems used in manufacturing production equipment, while supporting facility structures and other maintenance needs. This position requires an experienced industrial maintenance technician with demonstrated hands-on electrical troubleshooting and repair capabilities.

Industrial electrical maintenance experience from any manufacturing sector is acceptable. PWB/PCB manufacturing experience is preferred. Candidates must have professional industrial electrical maintenance experience and be able to independently diagnose and repair equipment faults within established safety procedures. Electrical coursework or technical-school training alone does not meet this requirement.

What You'll Do

• Inspect, test, repair, and maintain facility structures, machinery, and equipment as directed by the immediate team leader, including completing scheduled preventive maintenance work orders.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in industrial production equipment, including motors, motor-control circuits, switches, relays, contactors, sensors, and related components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Use appropriate electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, to identify faults and verify repairs.
• Respond to production equipment breakdowns, identify root causes, perform repairs, and document completed maintenance to support equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment problems, determine proper work methods and materials required for each project, and operate various power tools and equipment in the performance of assigned duties.
• Use all required personal protective equipment and follow safety measures when handling chemicals and hazardous waste.
• Follow established electrical safety and lockout/tagout procedures when inspecting, troubleshooting, servicing, or repairing equipment.
• Participate in safety training.
• Assist in training individuals and other team associates as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as needed.

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, motor controls, and related production equipment within established safety procedures.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and use electrical test instruments to diagnose faults and verify safe equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, equipment or tool manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with coworkers, operators, and management.
• Knowledge of established routines, practices, and the operation of manufacturing equipment related to measuring and testing.
• Ability to inspect and repair a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, and structural equipment to determine defects and perform needed repairs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work overtime as required and be on-call 24/6

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on industrial or manufacturing equipment maintenance experience, with significant electrical troubleshooting and repair responsibilities.
• Industrial electrical maintenance experience from any manufacturing sector is acceptable. PWB/PCB manufacturing experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential preferred.
• Demonstrated professional industrial electrical maintenance and troubleshooting experience required. An electrical certificate or license is preferred and does not substitute for relevant professional maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and variable frequency drives (VFDs) (preferred).
• Air conditioning repair experience (preferred)

Additional information

Please note that in addition to frequent standing and walking, the work environment requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds; as well as, twisting/turning, reaching over shoulder/head, reaching outward.

Schedule

• 1st Shift Opportunity Available
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime and Weekends as required

California Pay Range $24 - $27 USD

The actual compensation offered is based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant business considerations.

Pay and benefits

Pioneer Circuits provides a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time roles, encompassing healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Additionally, employees enjoy paid vacation, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan + company match, along with various voluntary benefits options.