Electrical Maintenance Technician – Manufacturing Operations

Electrical Maintenance Technician – Manufacturing Operations

Location: Petersburg, VA
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Starting Pay: $36.73/hour and up

Compensation Information

Compensation is determined by experience, demonstrated skills, assessment results, and applicable position level. Candidates with advanced technical capabilities may qualify for higher starting rates.

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Electrical Maintenance Technicians to support equipment reliability and plant operations within a large-scale manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a wide variety of electrical, electronic, and automated systems that support production processes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical maintenance, troubleshooting complex equipment issues, and supporting continuous operation of manufacturing assets.

• Benefits available beginning on the first day of employment
• Weekly performance incentives and applicable shift differentials
• Structured advancement opportunities and ongoing technical training
• Safety-oriented work culture with strong team support
• Opportunity to work with advanced industrial equipment and large-scale manufacturing systems

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective on Day One
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) program with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
• Employee Assistance Program and health advocacy resources
• Tuition reimbursement and career development programs
• Performance-based bonus opportunities

Electrical Maintenance & Repair

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems and production equipment
• Diagnose electrical and electronic failures across manufacturing operations
• Support plant equipment utilizing AC and DC motors, variable-speed drives, PLC-controlled systems, and power-distribution components
• Troubleshoot electrical systems operating at voltages up to 480V

Equipment Reliability & Preventive Maintenance

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance activities on production machinery and mobile equipment
• Support maintenance of pumps, overhead cranes, motors, and hydraulic or pneumatic systems
• Identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective actions before operational disruptions occur

Diagnostics & Technical Support

• Utilize electrical testing instruments including voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic equipment
• Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering drawings
• Assist with troubleshooting automated equipment, control panels, and distribution systems
• Balance electrical loads and install or modify complex electrical circuits when required
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel and production teams

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and materials usage
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable electrical safety standards
• Support compliance with maintenance, reliability, and operational requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Successful completion of an electrical aptitude or entrance assessment
• Three to five years of industrial electrical maintenance experience
• Knowledge of shop mathematics, measurements, and technical documentation
• Understanding of AC/DC motor operation and troubleshooting techniques
• Experience working with PLCs, drives, electrical controls, and industrial power systems
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E requirements and industrial electrical safety practices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Proficiency using electrical hand tools, meters, and diagnostic equipment

Ideal Candidate Profile

Successful candidates are hands-on troubleshooters who enjoy solving complex equipment issues, supporting manufacturing reliability, and working within a collaborative industrial environment. This position offers long-term career growth, technical development, and the opportunity to contribute to critical manufacturing operations.