Electrical Maintenance Technician

Company: Murphy's Family Staffing
Location: Fredericksburg
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Electrical Maintenance Mechanic / PLC Maintenance Technician Fredericksburg, PA $25–$35 per hour (depending on experience) Full-Time | 40 Hours | Overtime Available We are hiring an Electrical Maintenance Mechanic for our Fredericksburg, PA processing facility . This role is electrical-first — we need someone who understands industrial electrical systems, PLC-controlled equipment, motors, and controls , and can still handle the mechanical side when needed. If you’re the maintenance tech who gets called when machines won’t reset, sensors won’t read, or production is down because of an electrical or PLC issue — this is your lane. What You’ll Be Doing Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled production equipment Diagnose electrical issues involving sensors, VFDs, motors, control panels, relays, and wiring Perform industrial electrical maintenance (480V, 3-phase, control circuits) Assist with PLC troubleshooting (inputs/outputs, fault finding, not heavy programming) Maintain and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical prints Disassemble, inspect, and repair equipment components Support maintenance needs in receiving, picking room, evisceration, debone, Cryovac, and tray pack areas Perform welding, fabrication, pipe fitting, and basic mechanical repairs as needed Respond to emergency breakdowns and on-call maintenance situations (30-minute response time) Maintain a clean, safe, and organized maintenance shop and work area Work Environment Processing plant / production environment Cold and refrigerated areas Exposure to poultry blood Confined spaces at times Physical work: standing, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 lbs What We’re Looking For Electrical Maintenance Mechanic or Industrial Electrician with production experience Strong background in industrial electrical systems and controls Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment Knowledge of motors, VFDs, sensors, relays, and control panels Ability to perform multi-craft maintenance when needed (mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics) Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work with minimal supervision Able to read, write, and understand English Mechanically inclined candidates with strong electrical aptitude will be trained Tools & Skills Electrical testing equipment (meters, testers, diagnostics) Hand and power tools for industrial maintenance Company provides required tools to safely perform the job Schedule & Pay $25–$35 per hour , based on experience Full-time, 40 hours per week Monday–Friday Night shift / Overnight shift Overtime and weekends as needed Requirements Strong Electrical Background PLC Programming and troubleshooting Motor Controls Experience with Robotics X-ray Metal Detection Industrial Electrical Systems VFDs Sensors Relays Control Panels Multi-craft maintenance when needed (mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics) Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

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