Industrial Electrician – Recycling Machines & Generators

About the role

The Industrial Electrician will ensure the reliable operation of electrical systems that power recycling machinery and generators. You will diagnose faults, perform repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to keep production running efficiently. The role focuses on hands‑on troubleshooting without the need for programming PLC code.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on recycling machines, generators and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain VFDs, soft starters and motor control systems.
• Maintain PLCs and HMIs that monitor recycling machinery, without programming changes.
• Service proximity, temperature and pressure sensors used for machine control.
• Ensure proper integration and communication between sensors and PLCs.
• Maintain generator electrical systems, including control panel wiring, voltage management and synchronization.
• Wire and configure generator control panels for correct system integration.
• Document routine checks, maintenance activities and repairs performed.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in electrical technology preferred.
• 3 to 6 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Experience with recycling equipment or similar heavy‑industry machinery.
• Ability to keep accurate maintenance records.

Required skills

• PLC
• HMI
• VFD
• Soft starter
• Motor control system
• Proximity sensor
• Temperature sensor
• Pressure sensor
• Generator
• Control panel wiring
• DSE controller
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Synchronization