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Electrical Maintenance Technician
Location: Franklin, WI
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
About the Role
At General ThermoDynamics (an API Heat Transfer Company), we are seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations. This role is critical in maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe, efficient production.
The ideal candidate brings strong troubleshooting capability, electrical expertise, and experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems including motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and control panels
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to support uptime and reliability
- Respond to equipment failures and implement timely corrective actions
Installation & Upgrades
- Install and modify electrical wiring, components, and control systems
- Support equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and capital projects
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
Equipment Support
- Maintain and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment including:
- Furnaces
- Welding systems
- Leak testing equipment
- Material handling systems
- Support PLC-controlled and automated systems troubleshooting
Safety & Compliance
- Follow OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E regulations and company safety procedures
- Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements
- Participate in safety audits, investigations, and corrective actions
Documentation & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and records
- Identify and implement improvements to increase equipment reliability
- Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Technical degree or certification in Electrical Maintenance or related field preferred
- 3–7 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience (manufacturing preferred)
Technical Skills
- PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley or Siemens preferred)
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Industrial wiring and controls
- Electrical diagnostic tools (multimeters, megohmmeters)
- Ability to read ladder logic diagrams and schematics
- Experience with automation, robotics, or HMI systems is a plus
Other Requirements
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Flexibility to work overtime or on-call as needed
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
- Ability to work in an industrial environment (heat, noise, moving equipment)
Preferred Qualifications
- Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent
- Experience in metal fabrication or heat exchanger manufacturing
- Familiarity with CMMS systems
Why Join Us?
- Stable, growing manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to work with advanced industrial and automated systems
- Collaborative team focused on safety and continuous improvement
- Competitive pay and benefits package
Apply Today
Join General ThermoDynamics and play a key role in keeping our operations running safely and efficiently.
The Benefits of Working for API!
- Benefits eligibility Day 1
- Generous PTO Plan - Earn vacation immediately.
- Attendance Bonuses Paid
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401k Plan with company match
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