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PPG Industries

Manufactures paints, coatings, and specialty materials

Electrician / Electrical Specialist in Maintenance

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWeingarten, GermanyIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed vocational training as an industrial electrician or electronics technician, or an equivalent qualification.
  • Experience in electrical maintenance, ideally in a production environment.
  • Interest in complex technical systems and willingness to learn.
  • Very good German-language skills.
  • Ability to work in a team, communicate effectively, and work in a structured and independent manner.
  • Proficiency with electronic control systems.
  • Knowledge of the German Water Resources Act (WHG) and ATEX.
  • Experience maintaining chemical plants is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on electrical, electropneumatic, and electromechanical systems in a chemical production plant.
  • Analyze faults and eliminate malfunctions to ensure plant availability.
  • Document all maintenance and repair work in digital systems.
  • Implement engineering measures to optimize plant operations.
  • Coordinate and monitor external contractors.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of maintenance processes.
  • Participate in on-call service according to company regulations.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience maintaining chemical plants.
  • Knowledge of the German Water Resources Act (WHG) and ATEX.

About the Company

PPG Industries

Manufactures paints, coatings, and specialty materials

PPG Industries produces paints, coatings, and specialty materials for homeowners, automotive and aerospace manufacturers, and industrial clients. Its products create protective and decorative finishes for surfaces across architectural, automotive OEM/refinish, industrial, packaging, marine, and specialty applications. It differentiates itself with a 135-year history, diversified end-markets, broad technical capabilities across coatings and materials, and sustainability initiatives. Its goal is to deliver durable, high-quality coatings that protect and beautify surfaces while helping customers meet performance and environmental objectives.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
Founded
1983

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