Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

JIT Synergy • Full-time • Bensenville, Illinois, United States • $33 - $39 / hour • 23h ago

Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Bensenville, IL

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of laser welding equipment used in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

This position is ideal for a highly skilled industrial electrical professional with experience troubleshooting complex manufacturing equipment. While experience with industrial laser systems is highly desirable, candidates with strong electrical maintenance backgrounds and the aptitude to learn laser technology are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will work closely with production, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to maximize equipment reliability, maintain laser quality, and minimize production downtime.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control issues on manufacturing equipment
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on laser welding equipment and supporting systems
Maintain laser quality and production consistency
Diagnose and repair high-voltage electrical systems and industrial controls
Support cooling systems, compressed air systems, exhaust systems, and other auxiliary equipment
Coordinate equipment repairs, upgrades, and preventive maintenance activities
Install and implement equipment improvements and system upgrades
Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement
Train operators and maintenance personnel on proper equipment operation
Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout practices
Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and uptime

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of industrial maintenance or industrial electrical experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
High-voltage electrical systems experience
Heavy power distribution knowledge
Circuit board troubleshooting
Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience
Experience with computer-controlled manufacturing equipment
Knowledge of chilled water, compressed air, and exhaust systems
Strong preventive maintenance background
Commitment to workplace safety and lockout/tagout procedures

Preferred Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:

Industrial laser systems
CO₂ laser equipment
Fiber laser equipment
PRC laser systems
CNC machine tools
Automated manufacturing equipment
PLC-controlled machinery
Robotics and automation
Packaging equipment
Field service engineering

Experience with CO₂ or PRC laser systems is preferred but not required. Candidates with exceptional industrial electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to learn laser technology are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ideal Candidate Backgrounds

We welcome candidates with experience as:

Industrial Electrician
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Controls Technician
PLC Technician
Field Service Engineer
CNC Service Technician
Automation Technician
Packaging Equipment Technician
Manufacturing Equipment Technician
Laser Service Technician

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will:

Quickly diagnose and resolve complex electrical and equipment issues
Improve equipment reliability and minimize production downtime
Perform high-quality preventive maintenance
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Work safely and independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Build strong working relationships with production, engineering, and maintenance teams

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