Electrical Technician; Illinois

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets. Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two‑wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers.

Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental’s tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

• Systematic troubleshooting and accurate diagnosis of the root cause and sustainable quality repairs to production equipment.
• Track work via SAP‑PM software and give detailed feedback to enable structured analysis of the data recorded and elimination of recurrence.
• Make quality repairs to AC and DC electrical control systems (PLC, IPC, hardwire and field devices).
• Make quality repairs to AC and DC motors, drives, servo systems in the plant.
• Diagnose problems using a digital multimeter, schematics, PLC/drive logic SW diagnostic tools and other specialty software as needed.
• Replace defective control system components, recommission and verify correct operations according to the process.
• Use an iPad to accurately track working time and details about the repair in SAP/PUMA.
• Communicate with maintenance, engineering and production personnel in a positive and professional manner.
• Follow LOTO procedures and wear proper PPE to maintain a safe working environment.
• Execute small mechanical repairs.
• Repair or replace computer/IPC hardware including backing up of SW according to procedures.
• Maintain power transformers (4160, 460, 460/110) and lighting transformers (4160/277).
• Assist the Area Engineer in keeping the maintenance of web pages up to date by identifying obsolete information, adding new instructions, drawings and manuals.
• Be compliant with all plant, corporate, Continental, safety, Illinois and government codes, standards and policies.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Department Manager.
• Assist the maintenance supervisor in daily duties.
• Be available for vacancy coverage and overtime as required from time to time.
• Maintain a clean, organized and professional workspace (toolbox and equipment where work is executed).

• Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electronics, Automotive Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or similar.
• Successful passing of the electrical test and having 3‑5 years of industrial electrical experience or completing the Rockwell program.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas.
• Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

• Previous manufacturing facility experience.

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes.
• The job is within a non‑climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), dust, forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Employer 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20 Employee Resource groups.
• Employee Assistance Program

• The starting hourly wage for this position is established at $38.10 per hour.

Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. As a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans.
If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available.