Job Description

Machine Repair Electrician at Lincoln Electric summary:

A Machine Repair Electrician at Lincoln Electric is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex automated production equipment and systems, including electrical, mechanical, and combustion components. They perform preventative maintenance, assist engineers with testing and analysis, and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently, often working varied shifts and on-call schedules. The role requires knowledge of electrical schematics, industrial controls, PLCs, and strong organizational and communication skills, supporting continuous improvement and safety standards.

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Mentor  
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time  
Function: Maintenance  
Req ID: 27342  

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Purpose

Electrically troubleshoot, repair and maintain complex production equipment and systems. Primarily 1st shift schedule, could include 2nd, 3rd, split shifts, weekends, holidays, 12 hour shifts, on-call. Daily work activity is directed by the Group Leader and a Machine Repair electrician A. Reports directly to the department Manager.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks under general supervision.
• Provides training and assistance to less experienced Electricians.
• Assumes high level ownership during off-shift work periods related to work prioritization,production needs, and safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, adjust, and repair automated machines, process systems, and roboticsystems to ensure they are working properly and safely.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical,electrical). Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capabilityand yield.
• Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance).
• Assists engineers in operating test equipment to obtain performance data on parts andassemblies under varying operating conditions.
• Collects, compiles and summarizes test data, and reviews results with engineering to resolveproblems such as product or equipment issues, malfunctions and incomplete test data.
• Diagnoses test equipment malfunctions, and services and repairs equipment as required.
• Diagnose malfunctions and analyze results using testing devices, then repair and replace brokenmachine components
• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain combustion systems. Responsible for continuingeducation to keep up with changing technology.
• Configure, commission, and test new equipment while making sure all maintenance andinstallations are well-documented, working properly, and operating safely.
• Document repairs for regulatory purposes.
• Perform bench work in repairing and maintaining production equipment and spare partassemblies. Oversee maintenance contract and service work as assigned.
• Order and maintain spare parts.
• Assist with keeping neat and orderly records on work performed.
• Work with Engineering, Production Team Leads, Manager, Group Leaders, and coworkers toaccomplish the desired result.
• Adjust schedule and work hours to accomplish the desired result, ability to be on-call and must be able to work weekends, off shift, and holidays as required.
• Perform work assignments efficiently while being consistent with good safety practices. Assist in procedure/equipmentupgrades as necessary.
• Report any maintenance and/or safety issues to supervisor.
• Review, understand, and follow all Company Specifications and procedures, and regulatory rules and requirements that are associated with the performance of this job.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned by the department manager.
• May be asked to rotate between Mentor and Euclid facilities based on job training requirements.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Copany's 2025 Strategy.

Basic Requirements

• Must have successfully completed an Electrician Apprentice Program, an Associate degree/certificate in Electronics/Electrical Technology, or have equivalent job experience.
• Must pass the skilled trade assessment test for this position.
• Must have a basic knowledge of electrical troubleshooting. Some knowledge of combustion and/or hydraulic systems may be required.
• Must have a basic knowledge and experience in relay logic, industrial controls, electronics, andPLCs.
• Must have a basic level of knowledge and experience reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and engineering drawings.
• Must have a basic ability to use a computer to communicate with machine control systems and PLCs. Must have a basic ability to diagnose the root cause of a problem, make repairs, and test for proper operation.
• Ability to use various measuring devices (multi-meter, oscilloscope, megohmmeter, etc.) Excellent attendance required.
• Must possess good organizational and communication skills.
• Team oriented, self-motivated, safety and quality conscious; requiring minimal supervision. Capable of lifting up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.
• May be required to operate basic shop equipment (hoist, forklift, scissor lift, etc.) Be mechanically inclined.
• Must be able to work in confined areas, climb ladders, and work at heights of 30 feet.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to distinguish colors used in color-coding wires and electronic components. Must be willing to continuously improve technical skills and knowledge.
• Must be able to understand and interpret the specifications and procedures related to this job.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Keywords:

machine repair, electrical troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, automated equipment, industrial controls, PLC programming, mechanical repair, equipment testing, welding systems, safety compliance

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