What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical / Mechanical Technician IV position at Sterling Site Access Solutions LLC?
Company Description:
Sterling Site Access Solutions, LLC is a national vertically integrated site access service provider to the North American Energy Infrastructure Marketplace. An Illinois based company, with facilities located across the country, including regional construction offices, distribution centers and world class manufacturing facilities. As a data driven company, Sterling provides complete turnkey ground protection products and services to the transmission & distribution, renewables, civil and oil & gas markets. Sterling is committed to developing our employees, providing best in class customer service and being responsible stewards of the environment.
Position Summary:
The Electrical/Mechanical Technician IV – Maintenance is a senior-level maintenance professional responsible for advanced troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of complex electrical, mechanical, and automated systems. This role serves as a technical expert and shift or project lead, supporting critical asset uptime, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Technician IV mentors junior technicians and works closely with operations, engineering, and planning to ensure reliable, efficient plant performance.
Essential Functions:
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems up to 480V
- Maintain and modify motor control circuits, VFDs, soft starters, and MCCs
- Interpret and update electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and panel layouts
- Perform electrical panel construction, upgrades, and preventive maintenance
- Ensure compliance with NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 70E standards
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including conveyors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment
- Perform precision alignment, bearing replacement, and mechanical rebuilds
- Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems (valves, cylinders, regulators)
- Fabricate components as needed, including welding and cutting operations
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, layouts, and P&IDs
- Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and HMIs
- Diagnose I/O, communication, and network faults
- Perform minor PLC logic and HMI modifications following MOC procedures
- Support system improvements and documentation updates
- Act as lead technician during assigned shifts or maintenance projects
- Coach and train Technician I–III employees
- Coordinate maintenance activities with operations and engineering
- Assist with root cause analysis and reliability improvement efforts
- Utilize CMMS to manage work orders, PMs, and asset history
- Develop, refine, and document preventive maintenance procedures
- Accurately document repairs, troubleshooting, and corrective actions
- Follow and enforce safety policies, procedures, and permits
- Conduct work in accordance with LOTO, confined space, and arc flash requirements
- Promote a strong safety-first culture and stop work when unsafe conditions exist
- All other duties and projects assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- 8 years of industrial maintenance experience with electrical and mechanical systems
- Advanced troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and control systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently and lead others when required
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical degree or trade certification in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Maintenance
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license
- PLC experience (Allen‑Bradley preferred)
- Industrial maintenance or reliability certifications
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
- Manufacturer training in PLCs, VFDs, or automation systems
Benefits include:
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Spending Accounts: H.S.A. and F.S.A. options.
- Life Insurance: $25k Employer Benefit
- Voluntary Benefits: Life, Disability, Pet
- Paid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Parental
- 401k with 3% Employer Contribution
Full-time hourly: $35.00 - $40.00 dependent upon experience, and qualifications.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and/or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.
EEO Statement:
Sterling Site Access Solutions, LLC ( "Sterling ") is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Sterling are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate.
Salary : $35 - $40