Senior Industrial Electrical Technician
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician / Electrical Installation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Powering Reliability. Advancing Performance. Keeping Operations Moving.
Behind every efficient production line is a team of skilled professionals who ensure critical equipment operates safely, reliably, and at peak performance. At Wahl Clipper, the Senior Industrial Electrical Technician plays a vital role in supporting our manufacturing operations through advanced electrical expertise, problem-solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This position is ideal for an experienced industrial electrician who enjoys tackling complex challenges, working with advanced automation systems, and making a direct impact on operational reliability in clean air conditioned facility.
You'll be a trusted technical resource within our maintenance organization, helping minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and support the future of manufacturing excellence at Wahl.
As a Senior Industrial Electrical Technician, your day to day will include:
- Diagnose and repair electrical, controls, and automation issues on production equipment.
- Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, motors, VFDs, sensors, and electrical distribution equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Support equipment installations, upgrades, startups, and continuous improvement projects.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with applicable electrical codes and company standards.
- Investigate recurring equipment issues and help implement long-term solutions.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, and safety.
- Recommend repairs, upgrades, and preventive maintenance improvements based on equipment condition and operating performance
- Follow and champion safe work practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, wiring documentation, and repair history.
- Support compliance, inspections, and audit requirements related to electrical systems
- Partner with suppliers, maintenance, engineering, EHS and operations teams to solve equipment challenges.
- Share technical expertise and support the development of other maintenance team members.
- Participate in occasional off-shift, weekend, or on-call support when needed
- Keep production equipment operating safely and reliably.
- Minimize downtime through effective troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
- Resolve equipment issues quickly and thoroughly.
- Reduce repeat electrical failures through strong problem-solving skills.
- Maintain accurate records and support a safe working environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree, vocational degree, or equivalent technical training in electrical maintenance, controls, automation, or a related field is highly preferred.
- Completion of an electrical apprenticeship, technical training program, or equivalent industrial maintenance experience.
- 5+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong troubleshooting experience with electrical, controls, and automation systems.
- Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment, motors, VFDs, sensors, relays, and industrial power distribution systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and electrical safety practices.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills and holding strong core values of Integrity & customer-oriented growth mindset.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms.
- Experience in high-volume,…
Position Requirements
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