Maintenance Electrician

Maintenance Electrician at Aerotek in SHERIDAN, Arkansas, United States Job Description

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Maintenance Electrician Job Description The Maintenance Electrician serves as the sole on-site electrician in a manufacturing facility, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and equipment. This role focuses on PLCs, conveyors, motors, and drives, with a strong emphasis on troubleshooting ladder logic in Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs. The Maintenance Electrician works with high-voltage equipment and three-phase motors to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all production machinery. Responsibilities + Serve as the only on-site electrician and act as the primary point of contact for all electrical maintenance needs within the manufacturing facility. + Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PLC-controlled equipment, conveyors, motors, and AC/DC drives to minimize downtime and maintain efficient operations. + Troubleshoot PLCs using ladder logic, primarily on Allen Bradley systems and, to a lesser extent, Siemens platforms, to identify and resolve control system issues. + Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving 480V and higher-voltage equipment, ensuring safe work practices and adherence to electrical standards. + Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair three-phase motors, which power the majority of the facility's machinery. + Work with DC drives, including troubleshooting and repair, to support continuous and reliable equipment performance. + Perform electrical maintenance tasks such as running and installing conduit, wiring, and connections for new and existing equipment. + Identify mechanical issues related to electrical equipment and perform basic mechanical repairs when necessary to restore equipment functionality. + Document maintenance activities, repairs, and modifications to electrical systems to support reliability and future troubleshooting. + Work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks, and respond promptly to equipment issues as they arise on the production floor. + Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel to understand equipment problems and implement effective electrical solutions. Essential Skills + At least 2 years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing or similar environment. + Proven ability to work safely with higher voltage equipment at 480V and above. + Hands-on experience with three-phase motors, including troubleshooting and repair. + Strong PLC troubleshooting skills with the ability To view full details and how to apply, or