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Controls and Power Systems Maintenance Technician

  • Downingtown, PA
  • 34.35 - 34.35 USD Hourly

Controls and Power Systems Maintenance Technician

Location: Downingtown, PA

Is this you?

  • Do you solve electrical problems fast—across 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems—without compromising safety?
  • Can you read a schematic, design a control circuit, and bring a PLC-controlled line back online under pressure?
  • Are you comfortable with NEC-driven work practices, OSHA-compliant lockout/tagout, and precise alignments?
  • Will you mentor others, coordinate with supervisors, and lead by example during plant emergencies?

If so, you’ll thrive in this role.

Role challenges you’ll own

  • Apply electrical theory, NEC knowledge, and material properties to maintain and improve industrial systems.
  • Start up and shut down equipment per company procedures and OSHA requirements.
  • Use electrical test gear to pinpoint defects in wiring, switches, motors, and related equipment.
  • Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, and printed circuit boards.
  • Measure, cut, thread, pull, and install conduit; safely use hand and power tools.
  • Install conduits, transformers, pull boxes, and switches.
  • Service and repair starters, motors, and diverse electrical apparatus.
  • Fabricate parts not commercially available using standard machine and hand tools.
  • Assess conditions and perform running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electric controls, motor control centers, and PLCs.
  • Install/repair electrical equipment; design control circuits; install electrical wiring.
  • Identify equipment/material needs; read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
  • Coordinate with Maintenance and Production Supervisors/Managers to meet project goals.
  • Assist in training and skill-building for maintenance staff and production associates.
  • Maintain demonstrated proficiency aligned with role expectations.
  • Participate in plant emergencies and maintain required certifications/training to respond.
  • Provide leadership consistent with all safety programs.

What you’ll need to bring

  • 5 years journey-level experience in industrial maintenance (installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment).
  • Ability to read and understand safety protocols and equipment manuals written in English.
  • Ability to interpret blueprints/schematics and resolve root causes of failures.
  • Knowledge of low and high voltage systems and basic wiring principles.
  • Experience with precision equipment alignment.
  • Hands-on with fabrication, installation, and maintenance of production/support equipment (arc welders, oxy‑acetylene torches, saws, drills, grinders, pumps, engines).
  • Meets all testing/training requirements.
  • Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting and electrical troubleshooting, including 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems.

Pay, shift, and benefits

  • Starting pay: $34.35/hour
  • Shift: 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
  • Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision; Prescription drug coverage; 401K with company match; New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details); Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts; Corporate discounts

Tech you’ll work with

  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • Conveyor Systems
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