Electrical Technician

JOB TITLE:    Electrical Technician

DEPARTMENT:  Maintenance

LOCATION:    Elgin, Texas

PAY:       $27.00 - $33.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

SHIFT:      Projected 50-hour work week

Red River Brick is seeking an Electrical Technician for our manufacturing facility in Elgin, TX. Red River Brick is a subsidiary of General Shale, North America’s largest manufacturer of clay brick and other masonry materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow General Shale safety standards and procedures.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant-wide electrical systems and automated manufacturing equipment.

• Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled equipment.

• Maintain electrical prints and secure backup copies of PLC programs.

• Manage electrical parts inventory and maintain adequate supplies.

• Perform mechanical repairs, fabrication, and electrical control system design as needed.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Complete additional duties as assigned to support plant operations.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Post-secondary technical training or equivalent experience preferred.

• Electrical and PLC training preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of electrical maintenance experience preferred.

• Working knowledge of PLCs and automated manufacturing equipment strongly preferred.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to workplace safety.

General Shale offers a comprehensive benefits package, including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Vacation plans.

Learn more about General Shale and its innovative brick and masonry solutions at generalshale.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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