Electromechanical Technician

Full job description

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 3-5 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience required. Advanced troubleshooting experience in electrical, PLC, and motor control systems required. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and mechanical drawings.

Extensive knowledge of AC/DC motors, VFDs, control circuits, power distribution systems (120V-480V), hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated equipment required. Experience with PLC troubleshooting, programming modifications, and HMI interface systems preferred. Strong understanding of Lockout/Tagout and OSHA electrical safety standards required.

BASIC DUTIES: The Electro-Mechanical Technician A is the highest-level skilled maintenance classification and is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, repair, installation, and modification of complex industrial electro-mechanical systems.

Duties include diagnosing and repairing machinery, motor control centers, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, power distribution equipment, and automated production systems. Technician will analyze equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce downtime.

Position requires the ability to interpret PLC ladder logic, troubleshoot I/O systems, replace and configure drives and control components, and perform advanced electrical testing using meters and diagnostic tools.

EM Tech A will lead major repairs, equipment installations, and system upgrades. Provides technical guidance and mentorship to EM Tech B, EM Tech C, and PM Technicians. Ensures compliance with OSHA, NEC, and company safety policies.

Must be capable of working independently with minimal supervision and responding to emergency breakdown situations.

Requires climbing ladders, working at heights, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in manufacturing environments including exposure to heat, dust, noise, vibration, and moving machinery.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical degree, journeyman certification, or equivalent industrial electrical training preferred.

Must be able to read and interpret advanced electrical schematics, PLC ladder logic, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical blueprints. Strong mathematical skills required including algebra, formulas, and electrical calculations..

PHYSICAL DEMAND: Somewhat disagreeable; exposure to high voltage systems, heat, noise, dust, oils, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Somewhat disagreeable; exposure to heat, noise, dust, grease, oils, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.

Responsibility for Safety and Work conditions: Inattention, improper troubleshooting, or unsafe work practices may cause serious injury to self or others, equipment damage, arc flash incidents, or extended production downtime. Strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout and electrical safety procedures is mandatory.

Aptitude Testing: Mechanical + Basic Electrical + Advanced Electrical (70%)

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• On-the-job training

• Paid time off

• Referral program

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.