Automation Maintenance Electrician

Industrial Maintenance Technician Job Description

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing highly automated production equipment in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. You will work extensively with PLCs, CNC machines, robotics, and a variety of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to ensure reliable equipment performance and minimal downtime. The position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

• Document all maintenance and repair activities accurately in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled equipment, CNC machines, and multi-axis robotic systems.
• Use basic testing equipment, including multimeters, to diagnose electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical issues.
• Repair and maintain plant machinery and equipment such as lathes, mills, welding and brazing equipment, presses, and automated assembly lines.
• Interpret and apply electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, as well as mechanical drawings and blueprints, to identify and resolve equipment problems efficiently.
• Perform root cause analysis to determine underlying issues and implement corrective actions that reduce recurrence and minimize equipment downtime.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical components including conveyors, pumps, motors, bearings, and other mechanically driven equipment.
• Support robotic welders and automated equipment by performing routine preventive maintenance and corrective repairs.
• Collaborate closely with production and maintenance team members to coordinate repairs and support continuous operation of automated systems.
• Follow and promote safety procedures and quality standards while working on live equipment and during all maintenance activities.
• Participate in ongoing training and development programs to enhance technical skills and stay current with new technologies and equipment.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and peers about equipment status, maintenance needs, and recommended improvements.

• Hands‑on experience in industrial maintenance within automated or manufacturing environments.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, motors, bearings, robotics, CNCs, and other mechanically driven equipment.
• Proficiency in electrical maintenance, including use of multimeters and other basic testing equipment.
• Ability to interpret and work from electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics, as well as mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC‑controlled equipment and automated systems.
• Competence working with CNC equipment, robotic welders, multi‑axis robots, and automated assembly lines.
• Basic welding skills and familiarity with lathes, mills, and related shop equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and adherence to established procedures.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team‑based environment.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving abilities and a methodical approach to root cause analysis.

• Preferably an associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing or highly automated production environments.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints and detailed technical documentation.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting, including systems such as FANUC and other industrial automation platforms.
• Eagerness to learn and participate in structured training and development programs.
• Comfort working with automated equipment, robotic systems, and advanced industrial controls.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and equipment within a highly automated setting.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $34.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short…