Machine Electrician - Conveyor Systems

Job Description

Machine Electrician – Conveyor Systems

We are seeking an experienced Machine Electrician to support the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of conveyor systems, automated equipment, and industrial machinery used in fast-paced manufacturing, assembly, distribution, and material handling environments.

This role is ideal for a hands-on electrical professional with strong experience in electrical troubleshooting, controls wiring, PLC diagnostics, and preventive maintenance. The Machine Electrician will work closely with mechanical, controls, engineering, and operations teams to keep conveyor and automation systems running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Key Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and automated machinery

Diagnose electrical issues involving motors, sensors, photo eyes, VFDs, control panels, relays, contactors, and safety circuits

Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic

Perform PLC troubleshooting and support controls-related repairs

Conduct preventive maintenance and emergency repairs to reduce downtime

Wire and test electrical components for conveyor controls, automation systems, and machine upgrades

Support installation and commissioning of new automation equipment

Follow lockout/tagout procedures, electrical safety standards, and workplace safety requirements

Partner with technicians, engineers, and production teams to improve equipment reliability and system performance

Qualifications

Experience as a Machine Electrician, Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, or similar role

Hands-on experience with conveyor systems and industrial automation

Strong knowledge of 480V electrical systems, 3-phase motors, motor controls, and control circuits

Ability to troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, sensors, and machine controls

Proficiency reading electrical schematics and technical documentation

Experience with preventive maintenance, equipment repair, and system installations

Strong commitment to safety, quality, and minimizing equipment downtime

Machine Electrician, Industrial Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Conveyor Systems, Material Handling Equipment, Automated Machinery, Industrial Automation, Electrical Troubleshooting, Controls Wiring, PLC Diagnostics, PLC Troubleshooting, VFDs, Motors, Sensors, Photo Eyes, Control Panels, Electrical Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Ladder Logic, Preventive Maintenance, 480V Electrical Systems, 3-Phase Motors, Motor Controls, Control Circuits, Lockout/Tagout

Full-time