Role and Responsibilities
Electrical maintenance technicians are responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical systems, machinery, and equipment. Key duties include:
- Installing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical equipment, motors, generators, lighting systems, and control systems in compliance with safety codes such as NFPA 70 and CAS-Z462 regulations worksourcewa.com.
- Performing preventive maintenance on programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), instrumentation, and low/high voltage systems worksourcewa.com+1.
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, PFDs, and P&IDs to diagnose and repair electrical faults Zippia.
- Assisting with plant shutdowns, new installations, and modifications to existing equipment worksourcewa.com.
- Maintaining accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and preventive maintenance records Indeed.
Technicians may also work with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, particularly in industrial or food processing facilities Zippia+1.
Qualifications and Skills
Typical requirements for an electrical maintenance technician include:
- Education: High school diploma or GED; an associate degree in electrical or industrial maintenance is an asset worksourcewa.com.
- Experience: 1–5 years of maintenance experience in industrial or processing environments; experience with 480V systems up to 350HP, and higher voltage systems is advantageous worksourcewa.com.
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of AC/DC circuits, PLC programming (Allen Bradley or Siemens), VFDs, instrumentation, and electrical schematics worksourcewa.com+1.
- Certifications: Electrical license or apprenticeship completion may be required; registered apprenticeships are available in Washington State for those seeking journey-level electrician status WA.gov.
- Soft Skills: Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Company Description
Coiling Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1976 as a fast turnaround, short run spring company. However, through the years Coiling Technologies has evolved to meet a variety of industry specific needs. CTI is ISO certified and continually audited, we strive to improve the quality and service our customers should expect from a spring supplier. Our products are analyzed both prior to production, and during, to ensure that we are meeting or exceeding your specifications.