Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician
Job Description
The Electrical Maintenance Technician installs, maintains, and repairs industrial electrical systems and equipment in a large manufacturing environment. This role focuses on troubleshooting equipment failures, replacing electrical components, and supporting automated systems, including PLCs and variable frequency drives, to keep production machinery operating safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Install new electrical equipment and systems on production and converting machinery.
Diagnose and repair equipment failures by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
Troubleshoot and replace electrical components, including AC and DC drives and related control devices.
Perform parameter changes and adjustments on equipment controls to optimize performance.
Work on AC systems, coater controls, and 480V electrical systems in an industrial setting.
Conduct preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical components to minimize downtime.
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and variable frequency drives to restore proper operation.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams to support installation and repair activities.
Support maintenance activities on large paper converting machinery and related industrial equipment.
Collaborate with other maintenance team members and production staff to prioritize and complete maintenance tasks safely and efficiently.
Essential Skills
At least 5 years of experience in an industrial electrical maintenance position.
Proven experience repairing and replacing electrical components, including AC and DC drives.
A minimum of 3 years of experience working with PLCs and variable frequency drives.
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills in an industrial environment.
Experience performing preventive maintenance on production and converting machinery.
Ability to work with 480V electrical systems safely and effectively.
Capability to perform parameter changes and work with equipment controls, including coater controls and AC systems.
Mechanical aptitude to support maintenance activities on large industrial equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Rockwell equipment, including Allen-Bradley PLCs, is preferred.
Experience with PLC troubleshooting and PLC control in an industrial setting.
Ability to read and work from electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Experience with welding is a plus.
Experience working on paper converting machinery is beneficial.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
Why Work Here?
You join a stable industrial operation that invests in its people through competitive benefits, performance-based bonuses, and ongoing development opportunities. You receive a generous sign-on bonus, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match. Paid vacation starts upon hire, and you enjoy 11 paid holidays, a uniform program, tuition reimbursement, and an employee discount program. Annual raises and performance-based bonuses reward your contributions and support long-term career growth.
Work Environment
You work in a large, unionized manufacturing facility spanning over a million square feet, focused on paper converting and large industrial equipment. The environment is clean but not climate controlled, so temperatures can vary with the seasons. You interact daily with substantial production machinery, PLC-controlled systems, and advanced electrical equipment, including Allen-Bradley platforms. A uniform program supports appropriate work attire for an industrial maintenance setting, and you collaborate closely with a skilled maintenance team in a structured, safety-conscious environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $68000.00/yr.
401K. Medical. Dental. Vision.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.
About Aerotek
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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