Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician - Night Shift

Company:  AISIN North Carolina

Department: Maintenance

Location: Durham, NC

Position Summary

Maintain the condition of the manufacturing equipment. Repair and/or replacement failed components, read and interpret programmable logic controllers and circuit analysis, and perform preventative maintenance measures when applicable. Troubleshoot unknown problems with the equipment and develop short and/or longer term repairs that are geared towards improving quality as well as efficiency.

Position Responsibilities

The incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:

• Apply automation skills along with related knowledge in electronics and mechanics to install and troubleshoot circuitry as well as control systems on machinery


• Troubleshoot to determine malfunctions on equipment using knowledge of programmable controllers and circuit analysis.


• Work on AC & DC Systems up to 480 volts


• Record maintenance and repair activities in a computer based maintenance management system


• Perform electrical maintenance on a variety of machines including, but not limited to, lathes, mills, welding and brazing equipment, presses, and automated assembly lines.


• Record maintenance repair activities in a computer based maintenance management system


• Work with PLCs, CNCs, and Multi-Access Robots on a daily basis


• Analyze, troubleshoot, modify, and/or maintain PLC Programs on the existing robots as necessary.


• Use basic test equipment such as multi-meters, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drive systems.


• Coordinate troubleshooting efforts to determine temporary or permanent methods of repair, along with keeping track of downtime and reporting information.


• Repair and maintain plant machinery and equipment such as lathes, mills, welding and brazing equipment, presses, and automated assembly lines.


• Possess a fundamental understanding of electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatic schematics, as well as mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.


• Strive to reduce downtime by working efficiently and performing countermeasures aimed at root cause analysis


• All employees must possess a commitment to safety and quality. Strong interpersonal, problem solving and effective communication skills are also required with a desire and ability to work and communicate as a team

Required Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production maintenance environment, preferably in the automotive industry


• Experience performing electrical maintenance on industrial machinery in a manufacturing environment


• Knowledge of Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi products


• Have the ability to read and interrupt blue prints, schematic, and ladder logic


• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a production maintenance environment, preferably in the automotive industry


• Should have some level of experience in the electrical/automation technician field


• Possess an understanding of electrical matters in a manufacturing setting


• Have knowledge and experience with electrical equipment: 480/230v 3ph, 110&24 vdc controls, prints and schematics


• Have the ability to read and interrupt blue prints, schematic, and ladder logic


• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced team oriented environment


• Knowledge of electrical safety standards

 Education/Training/Certifications

• Associates Degree or a Technical Diploma in Industrial Maintenance or related field