Continental

Electrical Technician (Illinois)

Continental$81K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electronics, Manufacturing Technology, or similar, or equivalent experience through the Rockwell program.
  • 3-5 years of industrial electrical experience, with successful completion of an electrical test.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship available.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair AC/DC electrical control systems and related components.
  • Diagnose issues using diagnostic tools like digital multimeters and software.
  • Replace defective control system components and ensure operational accuracy.
  • Track repair details using SAP-PM software on an iPad.
  • Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including proper PPE.
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace, managing tools and equipment effectively.
  • Assist the maintenance supervisor with daily tasks and coverage as needed.

Benefits

  • Immediate access to benefits upon employment.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Tuition assistance for continued education.
  • Employee discounts, including discounts on tires.
  • 401k match program from the employer.
  • Diverse and inclusive work culture with multiple employee resource groups.
  • Access to an employee assistance program.
Full Job Description
Are you ready to shape the future with us? Must be able to effectively: The maintenance electrical technician is responsible for systematic troubleshooting, efficient, accurate diagnosis of the root cause and sustainable quality repairs to production equipment. They will track their work via SAP-PM software and give accurate, detailed feedback about the fault & repair to enable structured analysis of the data recorded and elimination of a recurrence. 1. Troubleshoot and make quality repairs to AC and DC electrical control systems (PLC, IPC, Hardwire and field devices) 2. Troubleshoot and make quality repairs to AC and DC, motors, drives, servo systems in the plant. 3. Diagnose problems using the following tools: Digital multimeter, schematics, PLC/Drive logic SW diagnostic tools, and other specialty software as needed. 4. Replace defective control system components, recommission and verify correct operations according to the process. 5.Use an iPad to accurately track working time and details about the repair in SAP/PUMA. 6. Communicate with maintenance, engineering and production personnel in a positive and professional manner. 7. Follow LOTO procedures and wear proper PPE to maintain a safe working environment. 8. Execute small mechanical repairs 9. Troubleshoot and repair/replace computer/IPC hardware including backing up of SW according to procedures. 10. Maintain power transformers. (4160, 460, 460/110) and lighting transformers. (4160/277) 11. Assist the Area Engineer in keeping the maintenance of web pages up to date by identifying obsolete information, adding new instructions, drawings and manuals. 12. Be compliant with all plant, corporate, Continental, safety, Illinois and government codes, standards and policies. 13. Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Department Manager. 14. Assist maintenance supervisor in daily duties. 15. Be available for vacancy coverage and overtime as required from time to time. 16. Maintain a clean, organized and professional workspace (Toolbox and equipment where work is executed) Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • Associate's Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electronics, Manufacturing Technology, or similar or Successful passing of the electrical test and having 3-5 years of industrial electrical experience or completing the Rockwell program. • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. • Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Previous manufacturing facility experience Environment • Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/ guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes. • The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), dust, forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise. • The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided. Additional Information THE PERKS • Immediate Benefits • Paid Time Off • Tuition Assistance • Employee Discounts, including tire discounts • Employer 401k Match • Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups. • Employee Assistance Program HOURLY PAY • The starting hourly wage for this position is established at $38.95 per hour. • This position is also eligible for a quarterly incentive program. • This role will be eligible for shift differential which is added onto your hourly rate. The additional shift differential is $0.20 per hour for overnight shifts, $0.15 per hour for evening shifts, and $1.00 per hour for weekend shifts. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

About Continental

Continental AG is a German multinational automotive parts manufacturing company. The company produces tires, brake systems, interior electronics, automotive safety, powertrain and chassis components, and other parts for the automotive and transportation industries. Continental AG was founded in 1871 and is headquartered in Hanover, Germany. The company operates in over 60 countries and has over 233,000 employees.
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233,000 employees
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Founded
1989

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