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Electrical Technician
Job Description
We're looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to support a large industrial manufacturing facility in Waco, GA. This is a hands-on troubleshooting role focused entirely on electrical systems, controls, and PLC-driven equipment . This position is a great fit for someone who is comfortable responding to equipment breakdowns, connecting to PLCs with a laptop, reviewing logic to identify the source of a problem, and getting production equipment back up and running. This is not a PLC programming position . The focus is on using existing PLC programs to troubleshoot equipment and making minor logic changes when needed. What You'll Do Respond to electrical and controls-related equipment breakdowns throughout the facility Connect to PLCs using a laptop via Ethernet or wireless connection Troubleshoot Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs , with approximately 80% of the facility utilizing Siemens Review PLC logic to identify root causes of equipment issues Perform control circuit troubleshooting Troubleshoot and replace drives and download/configure replacement drives Make minor PLC logic changes when necessary Work directly with the shift supervisor to prioritize breakdown calls and outstanding work orders Independently troubleshoot assigned equipment and work orders Partner with the maintenance team to keep production equipment running efficiently The role is 100% electrical/PLC-focused . Dedicated mechanical technicians handle mechanical maintenance issues. What We're Looking For Previous Electrical Technician, Controls Technician, or similar industrial maintenance experience Must have experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment Experience connecting to and navigating Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs Ability to read and understand PLC logic for troubleshooting purposes Experience troubleshooting electrical/control circuits Experience working with drives/VFDs Comfortable independently troubleshooting equipment breakdowns Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify root causes of equipment failures
Benefits
- Dental Insurance