Job Description

Industrial Maintenance Technician (Electrical or Mechanical)

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Onsite in Lancaster, SC

$28-$32 HR

Hard Skills

• Electrical Troubleshooting & Diagnostics - Quickly identify and repair faults in electrical systems
• AC/DC Motors & Drives - Install, maintain, and troubleshoot VFDs and soft starters
• Motor Controls & Starters - Control circuits, contactors, overload relays, etc.
• Wiring & Conduit Installation - EMT, rigid, flexible conduit, cable trays
• Reading Schematics and Wiring Diagrams - For interpreting machine and panel layouts
• Knowledge of Electrical Codes - NEC, OSHA, and facility-specific safety codes
• Control Panel Building - Layout, wiring, testing

Hard Skills (Automation & Control)

• PLC Troubleshooting - Identify I/O faults, replace modules, basic ladder logic understanding and Common platforms: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron
• Knowledge about Industrial Networking - Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.
• HMI Panel Interaction - Navigate operator interfaces for diagnostics and alarms
• Industrial Sensors & Actuators - Proximity sensors, photo eyes, limit switches, cylinders
• Control Panel Maintenance - Inspection, tightening, cleaning, and minor modifications
• Relay Logic & Timers - Understanding older automation or hybrid systems

Hard Skills (Preventive & Predictive Maintenance)

• Scheduled Equipment Inspections
• Thermal Imaging & Vibration Monitoring - For identifying early-stage issues
• Knowledge about RCM Methodology

Soft Skills & Safety

• Problem Solving
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) - Find underlying causes, not just symptoms
• Strong Safety Mindset - Always following industrial safety protocols
• Communication & Teamwork
• Time Management & Prioritization
• Adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability

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