Electromechanical Technician– Level III

Maintenance Electrician – Level III

Location:

Houston, TX 77073 (near IAH) Shift: 5am-5pm, Minimum 48 hours per week Pay:
Starting at $32 DOE Start: ASAP Position Summary The Maintenance Electrician – Level III is a senior-level technician responsible for advanced electrical troubleshooting, complex repairs, and technical leadership within the maintenance team. This role requires expert-level knowledge of industrial electrical systems, strong diagnostic capabilities, and the ability to mentor lower-level technicians. Level III electricians play a key role in improving equipment reliability, supporting automation systems, and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex electrical troubleshooting and repairs on industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving PLCs, VFDs, automation systems, and advanced control circuits.
• Perform advanced testing using specialized equipment (megger, oscilloscope, thermal imaging).
• Program, modify, and optimize PLC logic under engineering direction.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain VFDs, soft starters, and motor control centers.
• Interpret and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Lead root-cause analysis for recurring electrical failures.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and automation upgrades.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Level I and Level II technicians.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and reliability teams on improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies.
• Maintain detailed records of work performed and recommend improvements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Required

• Expert knowledge of AC/DC systems, three-phase power, and industrial controls.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for motors, drives, PLCs, and automation systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and update complex electrical schematics.
• Strong understanding of ladder logic, function block diagrams, and control logic.
• Proficiency with VFD programming, tuning, and diagnostics.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus).
• Ability to lead complex repairs independently and guide others.
• Strong mechanical understanding to support multidisciplinary troubleshooting.
• High level of safety leadership and adherence to electrical standards.

Preferred

• Experience with SCADA systems, HMIs, and advanced automation platforms.
• Background in steel manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.
• Certification as a Journeyman Electrician or equivalent.
• Experience working on CNC equipment
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and industrial controls is also preferred (FANUC OR SIEMENS).

Education, Training, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree, trade school, or advanced electrical certification preferred
• 5+ years of industrial electrical experience required; 7+ preferred.