Description
Electrical and Instrumentation Maintenance Technician
Team: Industrial Power
Location: Decatur, IL
Workplace Type: onsite
Salary:
Based on experience.
At Wachter, we don’t just hire employees; we invest in them. We value long-term relationships and provide a stable work environment where self-motivated technicians can thrive. If you are a reliable, solution-oriented professional who takes pride in high-quality craftsmanship, we want to hear from you.
We are seeking a skilled E/I Maintenance Technician for a full-time position in Decatur, IL. This role is perfect for a Journeyman-level Electrician with specific Instrumentation experience who enjoys working independently and solving complex industrial challenge.
Benefits Package: Company Paid!
- Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
- Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Company-Matched 401K and IRA Retirement Savings
Schedule & Compensation
- Shift: Rotating Night Shift (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM).
- Hours: Week 1: 36 hours | Week 2: 48 hours (including every other weekend).
- Overtime: Additional OT is available and based on customer need.
- Pay: Competitive rates based on experience.
What You'll Do:
- Diagnose & Repair: Inspect, test, and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation components; repair or update outdated systems.
- Install & Layout: Handle conduit and cable tray layouts, switchgear installation, and iron frame breaker maintenance.
- Advanced Systems: Work with Wye-Delta starters, soft starts, VFDs, and heat tracing/freeze protection.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work meets NFPA 70E standards and local/federal codes; adhere to OSHA and Wachter safety protocols.
- Documentation: Read and interpret electrical drawings, single lines, and P&IDs.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience: Proven background as a Journeyman Level Commercial or Industrial Electrician with Instrumentation knowledge (Flow meters, Digital valves, Analog instruments).
- Technical Skills: Proficient in grounding systems, CAD welding, lighting circuits (120v-480v), and general PLC knowledge.
- Tool Proficiency: Skilled with threading equipment, hydraulic benders, voltage meters, ammeters, and meggers.
- Certifications: Ability to operate boom/scissor lifts and work at heights.
- Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s License (Clean record; no DUI/DWI in the last 3 years).
- Must pass drug and background screenings.
- Reliable transportation and basic hand tools/PPE.
- Ability to work in various temperatures/environments.
- Outstanding troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
Soft Skills for Success
About:
Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.
We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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