Electrical Mechanic

Between $22.00 and $37.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Gulf Coast $23.12

• $42.

91 Per hour Electrical Mechanic

J-M MANUFACTURING COMPANY INC

Occupation:

Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Location:

WHARTON, TX

• 77488 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16963918

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

02/02/2026

Updated:

02/05/2026

Expires:

03/04/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education 3 Years at College or a Technical or Vocational School Experience 12 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for .

SUMMARY:

Installs and maintains electrical systems, apparatus, electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works at following and promoting company safety rules and policies and following accepted safe work practices.
• Safely operate forklifts to move equipment and materials to and from the production areas, scales, warehouse, etc.
• Performs all duties safely and within the training and company specs
• Works under the close direction of the supervisor.
• Knowledge of repair and/or replace AC/DC motors and drives
• Knowledge of repair and/or replace motor starters, contactors, and overloads.
• Ability to change motors without assistance.
• Knowledge of repair and/or replace 480v, 240v, and 120v control equipment.
• Knowledge of repair and/or replace both 24vdc and 120v sensors, limit switches, proximity sensors, laser sensors, and various auxiliaries.
• Knowledge of repair and/or replace PLC hardware, communications cards, cables, and connectors. Soldering knowledge is a plus.
• Pushes buttons and presses keys on programmable controllers to program automated machinery to operate properly, and to test for malfunctions and to verify repairs.
• Installs and/or maintains power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as extruders and control cabinets, electrical motors and programmable controllers.
• Ability to identify and order spare parts.
• Know the proper use of voltage testing equipment.
• Set up and operate drill press, hydraulic press and cut off saw. Use various other hand and shop tools to make and repair parts and equipment.
• Possess essential mechanical skills to be able to trouble shoot equipment malfunctions and to be able to make proper repairs or request help

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1-3 year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and welding knowledge is required, with the ability to read schematics in all related areas.

COMPUTER SKILLS

General knowledge of computers and basic keyboarding skills.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret schematics, bi-lingual is always a plus.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in changing situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to make accurate and timely decisions in a stressful environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb stairs, and to climb ladders and work at heights up to 50 feet. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working conditions are excellent for a manufacturing environment. Work involves some lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds The employee regularly works near moving mechanical and hydraulic equipment The position requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and gloves. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.