Industrial Electrician / Controls Technician (CNC & PLC)

Pekin, IL 61554In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of industrial electrical experience
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with 480V systems
  • Experience reading schematics and prints
  • Experience in manufacturing environments
  • Bonus: PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley or similar)
  • Bonus: CNC or machine tool experience
  • Bonus: Journeyman license or electrical training/apprenticeship

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems (up to 480V, 3-phase)
  • Diagnose and fix PLC issues, primarily Allen-Bradley
  • Repair motors, VFDs, control panels, and components
  • Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime
  • Support equipment installations, upgrades, and improvements
  • Respond to breakdowns and restore machines to operation
  • Work hands-on with CNC machines and machine tool systems

Benefits

  • Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
  • Potential for overtime
  • Hands-on work in an active manufacturing environment
  • Opportunity to solve real-world equipment issues
  • Cross-training in CNC and PLC technologies
Full Job Description
Industrial Electrician / Controls Technician (CNC & PLC)

Pekin, IL
$35-$45/hr + Overtime
Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Full-Time

Be the Go-To Expert for Critical Equipment

If you're the one people call when a machine goes down-and you can track the issue, fix it, and get production moving again-this role is built for you.

You'll be working hands-on with CNC machines, PLC systems, and industrial electrical equipment, solving real problems that keep operations running.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems (up to 480V, 3-phase)
  • Diagnose and fix PLC issues (Allen-Bradley primarily)
  • Work on CNC machines and machine tool systems
  • Repair motors, VFDs, control panels, and components
  • Read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime
  • Support equipment installs, upgrades, and improvements
  • Respond to breakdowns and get machines back online quickly
What You'll Work On
  • CNC machines & machine tool equipment
  • PLC-controlled systems (Allen-Bradley focus)
  • Drives, motors, and control panels
  • Sensors, wiring, and electrical components
Tools & Tech
  • Multimeters and electrical diagnostic tools
  • PLC troubleshooting software
  • Standard electrical and maintenance tools


Requirements

What You Need
  • 3-5+ years of industrial electrical experience
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with 480V systems
  • Experience reading schematics and prints
  • Experience working in manufacturing environments

Bonus If You Have:
  • PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley or similar)
  • CNC or machine tool experience
  • Journeyman license or electrical training/apprenticeship
Work Environment
  • Hands-on manufacturing environment
  • Fast-paced troubleshooting and repair work
  • Active role with minimal downtime

Apply Today!!!

If you're a skilled electrician or controls tech who enjoys solving real equipment problems, we want to talk.

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