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Electrical Technician

Lincoln Electric · Plymouth, MI

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Preferred
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
18 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Lincoln Electric (industrial) in Plymouth, MI.  Standards – Assist the team to standardize on best practices for creating, repairing and replacing all work.

They ask for
3+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names
Automation, Machining, Welding, Tooling

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.

Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 88 other live reliability postings in Michigan.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 51%
  • PLC 39%
  • ✓ Welding 31%
  • Robotics 21%
  • EHS / safety 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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This plant: Lincoln Electric in Plymouth

5 other open roles at this site.

Full description from Lincoln ElectricAs posted on their careers site.Show

Summary of Essential Job Functions & Duties

 Repair and replace defective parts in generators, motors, controllers, switchboards, switches, conductors and other electrical fixtures.

 Install, maintain and repair electro-mechanical, electrical, and electronic components.

 Wiring motor power controls equipment circuits, reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics.

 Testing wire connections with test equipment using multi-meters and oscilloscope.

 Assemble junction boxes, back plates and harnesses per print.

 Work closely with engineers and general contractors.

 Travel as required.

 Participate in ISO training and audits.

 Any other assignments as deemed appropriate.

Requirements

Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. A Technical degree is a plus. 2 – 3 years of hands on electrical experience working on a plant floor is preferred.

Experience must include

 Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish assigned work;

 Should be able to test, calibrate, diagnose and repair various devices;

 Must be able to read and follow blueprints;

 Must be able to communicate clearly, articulately and professionally;

 Must have appropriate schedule flexibility, sense of urgency, motivation and versatility to make a substantial contribution to the organization’s success;

 Ability to interact positively and constructively with all RedViking team members while representing company in a professional manner;

 Willingness to work “above and beyond” in order to meet company goals;

 Ability to travel to other company sites as well as customer sites as required;

 Well organized, detail oriented and self-motivated;

 Must have excellent time management skills;

 Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Show full description ↓

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com

Location: Plymouth - 46247

Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing

Pay Range: $24.18 - $34.50

Bonus Plan: OIP

Target Bonus: 5%

Hiring Manager: Justin McKernan

Recruiter: Michelle Hicks

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General Job Description

The Electrical Technician helps create, maintain and repair electronic components and equipment. They work with other technicians or engineers to keep machinery and specialty equipment running correctly.

Summary of Objectives

 Safety – help create a safe work environment by adhering to RedViking’s safety standards.

 Quality – Ensure all technical work adheres to RedViking Quality Standards.

 Standards – Assist the team to standardize on best practices for creating, repairing and replacing all work.

 Rework – Eliminate rework after job is complete by ensuring work is completed per scope of work and RedViking Standards.

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