Maintenance Electrician
Adient · Eastaboga, AL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Adient (automotive) in Eastaboga, AL.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- PLC, Automation, Welding
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How this role compares
Against 37 other live reliability postings in Alabama.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Welding 61%
- ✓ Team leadership 53%
- ✓ PLC 45%
- Root cause 29%
- Tooling 29%
- Robotics 26%
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This plant: Adient in Eastaboga
1 other open role at this site.
- Controls Engineer · Controls
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Responsibilities
- ◆Install, maintain, and repair a broad range of electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.
- ◆Troubleshoot and repair electrically and mechanically driven operating systems to minimize downtime and support continuous production.
- ◆Read and interpret electrical schematics, including AC/DC controls and systems.
- ◆Work with PLC-controlled equipment and assist with diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs.
- ◆Operate production equipment as needed while performing repairs to maintain continuous operations.
- ◆Support operating functions and collaborate with maintenance technicians and production personnel as required.
- ◆Work independently with minimal supervision or as part of a maintenance team based on operational needs.
Requirements
- ✓High School Diploma or GED required.
- ✓Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- ✓Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
- ✓Strong commitment to safety, quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.
- ✓Ability to build positive working relationships with management teams while adhering to established workplace policies and procedures.
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Job description
Position Overview
The Maintenance Electrician plays a critical role in supporting continuous manufacturing operations within a fast-paced industrial environment. This position offers hands-on exposure to a wide range of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems while helping ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of production equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, working with advanced automation technologies, and making a direct impact on plant performance.
The ideal candidate will bring strong troubleshooting skills, experience with PLCs, VFDs, and 480V three-phase systems, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Primary
Desired Skills & Knowledge
- +Automotive manufacturing experience is a plus.
- +Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- +Strong pneumatic troubleshooting experience.
- +Experience working in a machine shop environment preferred.
- +PLC programming skills and formal training are a plus.
- +Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
- +Ability to troubleshoot 480V three-phase motor control systems.
- +Basic welding skills are a plus.
- +Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- +Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- +Highly disciplined, safety-oriented, and detail-focused.
- +Strong problem-solving ability, logical thinking, and a team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.
Shift Requirement
- •Ability to work 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM .
Primary location
Bridgewater Interiors III