Job Description
Position Title: Maintenance Electrician
Salary: $61,000-$66,500 per year
Shift: 2nd
Hours: 3:00pm-11:00pm (Mon-Thurs)
QPS Employment Group has a great Maintenance Electrician position available at a company in Rockford, IL. This is a direct hire, 2nd shift position.
Maintenance Electrician Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Safely install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, including wiring, conduit, circuit breakers, motors, control panels, and lighting, in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and OSHA standards.
- Independently troubleshoot and resolve electrical malfunctions, including issues with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor controls, sensors, and automated systems to minimize production downtime.
- Perform general maintenance and repair work on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and facility systems to support overall plant functionality and reduce the need for external service calls.
- Execute preventive and predictive maintenance tasks on electrical and mechanical systems, documenting results to help ensure long-term equipment reliability and regulatory compliance.
- Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and equipment manuals to determine the most efficient and accurate repair or installation methods.
- Use precision electrical testing instruments and tools (e.g., multimeters, meggers) to evaluate system integrity and performance.
- Maintain accurate logs of work performed, parts used, and time spent on maintenance activities.
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to improve equipment reliability, safety, and productivity across departments.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe, contributing to a positive safety culture throughout the plant.
Maintenance Electrician Requirements: - High school diploma or GED required.
- Completion of a formal 3–4 year electrical or electronics apprenticeship or training program required.
- Minimum of four (4) years of verifiable industrial electrical experience required.
- Strong working knowledge of electrical theory, industrial safety practices, and manufacturing operations.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and solve problems efficiently under pressure.
- Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment related to electrical and general maintenance tasks.
- Able to read and interpret complex electrical diagrams and schematics.
- Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, sensors, relays, and basic automation systems.
- Mechanical aptitude and experience performing general building and equipment maintenance (e.g., minor plumbing, welding, HVAC support).
- Excellent time management, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Must supply personal hand tools and be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Willingness to work in varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and occasional overtime or off-hours based on production needs.
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Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Apprenticeship, Shift work, Afternoon shift,