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 successful passing of the electrical test with 3-5 years of industrial electrical experience.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).
  • Previous manufacturing facility experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair AC/DC electrical control systems including PLC and IPC.
  • Perform repairs on motors, drives, and servo systems throughout the plant.
  • Utilize tools such as digital multimeters and PLC/Drive logic diagnostic software for problem diagnosis.
  • Replace defective components and validate operations post-repair.
  • Document work details using iPad and SAP/PUMA for accurate tracking and analysis.
  • Collaborate professionally with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.
  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols including LOTO procedures and proper PPE usage.

Benefits

  • Immediate benefits package.
  • Paid Time Off.
  • Tuition Assistance for further education.
  • Employee discounts, including on tires.
  • Employer 401k matching contributions.
  • Diverse and inclusive work environment with various 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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