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Facility Reliability Electrician

PCI Pharma Services · Rockford, IL · $30.27–$34.06 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about the toughest electrical problem you've solved in a facility. How did you find the cause?

What they are checking: Whether they use deductive reasoning and test equipment to reach a root cause.

Tell me about a time you had to work with mechanical or HVAC techs to solve a problem that wasn't only electrical.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate well on building systems where electrical and mechanical issues overlap.

How do you document your repairs so the next person and an auditor can follow what you did?

What they are checking: Whether they see work orders and records as part of the job in a regulated plant.

What would you do

You're asked to work on equipment in a GMP area. What changes about how you do the job?

What they are checking: Whether they know about documentation, cleanliness and notifying Quality in a pharmaceutical facility.

A supervisor wants power restored fast, but you think the circuit isn't safe yet. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they hold firm on safety even under production pressure and explain why.

About the work

Walk me through how you would troubleshoot a three-phase 460 volt motor that keeps tripping its overload.

What they are checking: Whether they work through supply, load, insulation and settings in a logical order instead of guessing.

What is the difference between 208 and 240 volt three-phase systems, and when would that matter to you on the job?

What they are checking: Whether they understand building power systems well enough to avoid mistakes when connecting equipment.

Describe your lockout/tagout process before working on an energized panel.

What they are checking: Whether safe practice is automatic for them, including verifying zero energy, not just hanging a lock.

How do you approach preventive maintenance so you catch electrical problems before they cause downtime?

What they are checking: Whether they think in terms of reliability, using tools like thermal scans and inspection routes.

How comfortable are you reading electrical schematics, one-line diagrams and manufacturer manuals?

What they are checking: Whether they can interpret a wide range of technical instructions, which the posting stresses.

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The full job description

As published by PCI Pharma Services.

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI. Job Title: Facilities Reliability Electrician Location: Assembly Drive Shift: 1st Shift Summary of Objective: Perform advanced facility related preventative electrical maintenance and repairs as a Facility Reliability Electrician (FRE), maintain the Pharmaceutical facilities at a “World Class” level. Apply deductive reasoning and interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions. There are no direct supervisory responsibilities associated with this role. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following but other duties may be assigned. • Possess an advanced mechanical aptitude to safely diagnose and troubleshoot facility related industrial electrical systems at the direction of a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor or Facilities Engineering Manager including but not limited to: • Monitor and diagnose deficiencies of 460/3/60, 240/3/60, 208-230/3/60, and 120/1/60 electrical systems. • This includes performing thermo-imaging and current monitoring equipment to prevent overheating of switch gear and panels. • Possess the ability to safely service and install electrical branch feeds to Production equipment of the various voltages. • Possess the advanced knowledge to properly select fuses to protect facility wiring, and proper disconnecting means. • Possess the mechanical attitude to bend and install conduit, utilize pull boxes, properly pull wire, and properly terminate power wiring to provide a safe and effective circuit. • To support all PCI departments in special and routine electrical requests. • Possess the electrical knowledge to construct control panels and ability to wire the panel per a provided wiring schematic. • Possess the electrical knowledge to support the various lighting systems within the PCI facilities. • Possess the electrical knowledge to support the FRT team in their electrical needs. • This position may require overtime and/or weekend work. • Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, rules. • Attendance to work is an essential function of this position • Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the stated position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required: • High School Diploma and/or 3-5 years related experience and/or training. • Basic Mathematical Skills • Basic Computer Skills: Ability to perform basic computer tasks and has the ability to operate common computer programs. • Minimum Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak in a way that allows one to participate effectively in various conversations. Ability to read various types of standard items addressed to general readers. • High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms. • Electrical Building Trades related Associates Degree or Apprenticeship or equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of industrial electrical experience. • NFPA 70E Training • Lock out / tag out. Preferred: • Ability to effectively present information to various people as the job requires. • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. • Ability to display excellent time management skills. • Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team. • Ability to display excellent time management skills. • Ability to display a willingness to make decisions. • Ability to adapt to changing work environments. • Ability to demonstrate attention to detail. • Possess an advanced knowledge of hand and power tools, along with how to use them in a safe and effective manner. • Should possess an advanced understanding of facility electrical maintenance including: • a. Predictive facilities electrical maintenance programs. • b. Scheduled electrical work order programs. • c. Ability to comply with cGMP guidelines. • d. Advanced understanding of electrical utilities. • e. Advanced understanding of MEP, Fire protection systems, and electrical generation systems. The hiring range for this position is $30.27 - $34.06/hour plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise. PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), flexible spending account, and 401(k). #LI-DT1 Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let’s talk future Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

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