Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

$28 - $40 per hour | Lawrence, KS | On-site | Permanent

PLC Troubleshooting | 4 Weeks PTO | M-F Schedule

Our client is an established specialty chemical manufacturing company with operations across the United States. The organization manufactures high-purity specialty chemicals, performance materials, lubricant additives, and other customized chemical solutions used across industries including automotive, energy, construction, adhesives, coatings, and consumer products.

The company has decades of experience in specialty chemical manufacturing and has continued to grow its product portfolio and capabilities through strategic expansion. Its Lawrence, Kansas operation produces specialty chemical materials used in applications ranging from lubricant additives to batteries, mining chemicals, and agricultural products.

Safety, reliability, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence are central to the company's culture. Employees play an important role in maintaining a safe and reliable manufacturing operation while supporting the production of highly specialized materials.

Monday-Friday Schedule

Enjoy a consistent 8:00 AM-4:00 PM Monday-Friday schedule, providing a strong work-life balance that can be difficult to find in industrial maintenance and manufacturing.

Put Your Electrical Skills to Work

This is a true industrial electrician position where you'll work with 110V, 220V, and 480V systems, three-phase motors, control panels, PLCs, and automated manufacturing equipment.

Work in a Specialized Chemical Manufacturing Environment

You'll gain experience in a technically demanding manufacturing environment where electrical reliability is critical to safe and efficient production.

Be Part of a Safety-Focused Organization

Safety and environmental responsibility are core priorities. The company expects every employee to play an active role in maintaining a safe and reliable facility.

Build Long-Term Technical Experience

The position provides exposure to industrial power distribution, controls, automation, manufacturing equipment, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. It's a strong opportunity for an electrician who wants to continue expanding their industrial skill set.

The position offers:

• Medical benefits
• Two weeks of paid time off
• Two weeks of flex time
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Consistent daytime hours
• Technical training and development opportunities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair 110V, 220V, and 480V electrical systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain three-phase motors, control panels, wiring systems, and industrial electrical components.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and production equipment.
• Diagnose electrical problems and identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Assist with installation and modification of electrical equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot control circuits, sensors, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
• Work closely with maintenance and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Ensure electrical work is completed in accordance with applicable safety standards, electrical codes, and company procedures.
• Accurately document repairs, installations, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment issues in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Participate in maintenance projects and equipment improvement initiatives.
• Complete required company and job-specific training.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Perform additional maintenance and electrical responsibilities as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-5 years of industrial electrical experience, preferably in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Technical certification, trade school training, or associate degree in Electrical Technology preferred.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and power distribution.
• Experience working with three-phase motors and 480V systems.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens.
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements and industrial safety…