What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical / PLC Maintenance Technician Controls position at Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions?
East Peoria, IL
Pay: $30–$42/hour (Includes Shift Differential | Based on Experience)
Schedule: AWS Night Shift | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (12-Hour Shifts)
Full-Time | Overtime Available
Put Your PLC & Electrical Skills to Work
If you're the person everyone calls when production goes down, this could be the perfect fit. We're looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician who enjoys troubleshooting PLCs, electrical systems, and automated equipment to keep manufacturing running safely and efficiently.
A Day in the Life
- Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems
- Diagnose and repair electrical, controls, and automation issues
- Work with motors, VFDs, sensors, relays, HMIs, and industrial controls
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime
- Complete work orders and document repairs in the CMMS system
- Support equipment upgrades and continuous improvement projects
Requirements
What You Need
- 5 years of industrial maintenance experience
- Strong PLC troubleshooting experience
- Advanced electrical and controls knowledge
- Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control circuits
- Experience with motors, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and automation equipment
- Manufacturing or heavy industrial maintenance experience
- Strong understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and safe work practices
Preferred Experience
- Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms
- HMI troubleshooting
- Industrial networking and communications
- Robotics and automation systems
- Previous lead or senior maintenance experience
Benefits That Support Your Future
At Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions (MMS), we believe in investing in our employees and supporting both your personal and professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to help you succeed at work and at home.
Our Benefits Include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 Paid Holidays each year
- Medical Insurance with multiple plan options
- 100% Company-Paid Dental & Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months
- 401(k) & Roth IRA Retirement Plans
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after 6 months—share in the success of the company
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts on travel, electronics, entertainment, and more
- Company-provided uniforms
At MMS, you're more than an employee—you'll join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and invests in your future.
Pay: $30.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $42