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Industrial Electrician & Controls Technician Job in Columbus, Ohio US

Industrial Electrician & Controls Technician

BWAY - Columbus, OH

Posted: 10/31/2025 - Expires: 11/30/2025

Job ID: 292824920

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Controls Technician / Electrician plays a key role in maintaining the electrical and control systems that support production and safety operations at the steel drum reconditioning plant. This position combines hands-on electrical maintenance, PLC troubleshooting, and instrumentation work to ensure efficient operation of cleaning, coating, and reconditioning equipment, as well as auxiliary plant systems.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance


* Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems including motors, drives, panels, sensors, and power distribution.
* Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults in production and facility systems.
* Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment to minimize downtime.
* Ensure all electrical work complies with NEC standards and plant safety policies.
Controls & Automation


* Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
* Modify or update control logic as directed by engineering to optimize production.
* Maintain and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature, pressure, and level sensors.
* Assist in integrating new automated equipment and control systems into existing processes.
Plant Systems


* Support the operation of process lines for cleaning, reconditioning, painting, and drying of steel drums.
* Maintain electrical components of conveyors, ovens, burners, pumps, and wash stations.
* Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
* Participate in energy efficiency and equipment improvement initiatives.
Safety & Documentation


* Follow and enforce all plant safety, lockout/tagout, and environmental procedures.
* Maintain accurate maintenance logs, schematics, and documentation of electrical/control changes.
* Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience


* High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certificate preferred.
* Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent experience preferred.
* Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
* Experience with PLCs, VFDs, sensors, and control wiring required.
* Familiarity with 3-phase systems, motor controls, and panel building.
Skills & Competencies


* Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills (electrical and controls).
* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
* Knowledge of industrial automation, instrumentation, and control theory.
* Excellent safety awareness and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently or as part of a cross-functional team.
* Basic mechanical aptitude a plus (pneumatics, hydraulics, etc.).

Physical & Work Environment Requirements


* Work performed in a heavy industrial environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving machinery.
* Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in elevated or confined spaces as needed.
* May require shift work or on-call availability for maintenance emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications


* Experience in metal or drum reconditioning, coating, or similar process industries.
* Familiarity with hazardous location wiring (Class I, Div 1/2).
* Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.).
* Experience with preventive maintenance software (CMMS).

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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
No school grade completed
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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Licenses / Certifications:
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Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4

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