Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician

• Dixon IL
• $32 - $39 p/h 12% Shift Differential
• Swing Shift: 1 Month Days - 1 Month Nights 12 Hour Shifts 2-2-3 schedule
• OT available
• Printing Company

We are working with an established**Printing Company**based in**Dixon IL.**They are recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Technicianto join their team in return for a salary in the region of**$32 - $39 p/h 12% Shift Differential**along with shift differential excellent employment benefits which include 401K Healthcare Vision and Dental.

Duties as an Electrical Maintenance Technician:

• Execute assigned work orders and troubleshoot automation electrical and mechanical equipment problems
• Participate in new equipment installations upgrades and modifications and monitor PLC software
• Recommend and implement corrective/preventive measures to eliminate equipment problems and improve work practices
• Participate in a preventative and reliability-centered maintenance program to optimize mechanical efficiency and production flow
• Maintain appropriate documentation of condition monitoring work performed parts used and follow-up needed as related to equipment maintenance
• Maintain appropriate housekeeping standards in all work areas and assist co-workers as necessary in the same and other job functions
• Work closely with production staff leadership to schedule required maintenance and ensure appropriate alignment of machines and equipment
• Perform all duties consistent with the Roles and Responsibilities defined in the companys OHS Standards and Guidelines and support implementation of program initiatives for Dixon.

Qualifications & Experience required:

• You have a combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology Automation or related discipline and 510 years responsible multi-craft maintenance in an industrial environment with primary expertise in electrical/automation maintenance
• You have knowledge of the National Electric Code and relevant OSHA requirements
• You have a basic understanding of mechanical components used and the effective maintenance of a wide range of equipment including highly automated technologically advanced machinery
• You are able to read and interpret blueprints and maintenance diagrams for electrical and mechanical components
• You must have a good understanding of PLC systems and the ability to create PLC-program code and program documentation
• You have well developed problem solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing demands
• You have excellent communication skills the ability to relate well to a wide range of constituents and can work independently as well as a member of a team.
• Background in mechanical aspects of maintenance such as welding machining pneumatic and hydraulic systems preferred

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This position is commutable from Chicago Sterling Rock Falls Oregon Rochelle Amboy Franklin Grove Polo Nelson Woosung Morrison Ashton Harmon Sublette Nachusa Eldena

Relevant Job Title: Maintenance Technician or Maintenance Lead or Maintenance Mechanic or Multi-Craft Maintenance or Maintenance Lead or Maintenance Electrician or Electrical Maintenance Technician

All applicants must live in the USA and be eligible to work and live in the USA. Please note our client is unable to offer Sponsorship or Visa support for this role.

Due to the sheer volume of applications we will only contact successful applications. Therefore if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• Electrical Schematic Reading

Machines & technologies youll use:

• Slitter Machine
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Siemens)
• Conveyor Systems