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Rising Star Resources Supply Inc.
Electrical Technician
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A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Technician works with programmable logic control systems found typically in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
$80,989 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Electrical Technician Rising Star Resources Supply Inc. Modesto, CA Job Details Full-time $20.00 - $33.63 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Material handling systems Panelboards Electrical automation system implementation PLC-based control system operation Temperature sensors Electronic meters Maintenance inventory management Chilled water HVAC systems Chiller Maintaining an organized workspace Human-machine interface (HMI) systems Parts administration Machine vision systems System troubleshooting Electrical code compliance inspections
NFPA 70E
electrical safety protocols Mechanical belt maintenance Electrical control panels Cable termination Electrical equipment calibration Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Routine inspections Industrial motor maintenance and repair Energy control procedures Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) Mid-level Industrial equipment installation Industrial equipment troubleshooting 3 years Electrical instrumentation Full Job Description Overview RSRS operates multiple PVC extrusion lines, a mixing/blending system, and supporting equipment on 480 V three-phase service. The Electrical Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all plant electrical systems and production equipment. Duties Install, relocate, and connect production equipment: extrusion lines, mixers, downstream equipment (vacuum tanks, haul-offs, cutters, bellers), chillers, and material handling systems Terminate motor, heater, and control wiring; verify rotation, phasing, and grounding Coordinate with outside electrical contractors and equipment vendors on service work, new machine hookups, and upgrades Set up and verify temperature controllers, VFDs, and PLC/HMI parameters on new and modified equipment Maintain panel layouts, wiring documentation, and as-built drawings Experience Proven experience as an industrial electrician or electrical technician within manufacturing or processing environments. Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, industrial automation, and electrical troubleshooting techniques. Hands-on experience reading schematics, blueprints, P&IDs, and electrical wiring diagrams. Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), calibration procedures, and engineering troubleshooting methods. Ability to operate testing instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, sensors, vision inspection systems, Calypso software tools, and low voltage testing devices. Mechanical knowledge related to equipment maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical components integrated with electrical systems. Experience working with electrical safety procedures in industrial settings to maintain a safe work environment. Excellent problem-solving skills combined with customer service orientation when supporting internal teams or external vendors. Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production equipment: heater bands and thermocouples, contactors and SSRs, VFDs and DC drives, sensors, control circuits Perform preventive maintenance on motors, drives, panels, and heating zones; keep PM logs current Respond to breakdowns quickly to minimize line downtime; communicate status to production Maintain spare parts inventory for electrical components and recommend stocking levels Perform basic mechanical repairs when needed (belts, bearings, couplings) and support the mechanical maintenance team Follow and enforce lockout/tagout, arc flash, andNFPA 70E
practices Ensure work complies with the California Electrical Code and Cal/OSHA requirements Maintain a clean, organized, and safe electrical shop Qualifications 3+ years of industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing plant; plastics extrusion, injection molding, or similar process industry strongly preferred Solid understanding of 480 V three-phase power, motor controls, VFDs, and PID temperature control Ability to read electrical schematics, panel drawings, and ladder logic Hands-on experience with PLCs and HMIs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) California General Electrician certification, journeyman card, or equivalent documented experience preferred Willingness to be on call and to work occasional nights/weekends for unplanned outages and scheduled maintenancePay:
$20.00 - $33.63 per hourWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Dental Insurance