Lead Maintenance Technician (Electrical Focus)
Department: Maintenance Location: Pacific, MO
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations. This role places a strong emphasis on electrical systems, controls, and diagnostics, and will play a critical role in minimizing downtime and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
This position is ideal for a hands-on technician with deep electrical experience who can independently diagnose issues, support automation systems, and contribute to long-term equipment reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems, including motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and control panels
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
- Interpret and work from electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
- Support troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley preferred)
- Maintain and repair industrial machinery, including mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and provide timely resolution to minimize production downtime
- Assist with installation, modification, and relocation of equipment
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to equipment performance and reliability
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
- Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO)
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to resolve recurring equipment issues
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; technical training or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, with a strong emphasis on electrical troubleshooting
- Proven experience with:
- Electrical systems (120V–480V)
- Motor controls, VFDs, and relays
- PLC troubleshooting (programming a plus, not required)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Experience in a manufacturing environment required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with PLCs and HMIs
- Knowledge of automation systems and basic programming
- Experience with CMMS systems for maintenance tracking
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, noise, and varying temperatures
- Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)
- May require occasional overtime or weekend work based on production needs