Zekelman Industries · 2 hours ago
Electronic Technician
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$31.15/hr - $31.15/hr
5+ years expZekelman Industries is a leading manufacturer in North America specializing in steel pipe and tube products. The Electronic Technician role involves maintaining and repairing production equipment, programming and troubleshooting PLCs, and ensuring safety compliance in an industrial environment.
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Responsibilities
Lead and promote safe and healthy work practices in compliance with OSHA and company safety policies, including lockout/tagout and arc flash procedures
Perform electrical maintenance across the plant, including industrial control systems, power systems, AC and DC drives, and crane systems
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, motors, drives, relays, and associated electrical components
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to diagnose equipment issues
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment
Prepare reports and document work performed in accordance with company requirements
Work rotating shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required
Perform additional duties as assigned
Maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent, required
5 years of experience performing related electrical work in an industrial environment
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application
Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude
Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to equipment operation and process conditions
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Positive attitude with the ability to maintain effective working relationships
Comfortable interfacing with computer-based systems and diagnostic tools
Ability to work at elevated heights
Lead and promote safe and healthy work practices in compliance with OSHA and company safety policies, including lockout/tagout and arc flash procedures
Perform electrical maintenance across the plant, including industrial control systems, power systems, AC and DC drives, and crane systems
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, motors, drives, relays, and associated electrical components
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to diagnose equipment issues
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical equipment
Prepare reports and document work performed in accordance with company requirements
Work rotating shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required
Perform additional duties as assigned
Maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance
Preferred
Trade or technical school diploma in programmable logic control design and programming, preferred
Benefits
Low-cost, high-quality medical and dental coverage
Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Tuition assistance program
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee loyalty awards
Company
Zekelman Industries
Zekelman Industries is an independent steel tubular manufacturer.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Barry M Zekelman
Chief Executive Officer
James Hays
President - Electrical
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