Electrician - Apprentice

Position Summary

The Electrician Apprentice is responsible for installation and repair of automated industrial control equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Installation and repair of automated industrial control equipment
• Install and maintain industrial control equipment and instrumentation such as loop controller, variable frequency drives, solid state reduced voltage starters, level controls, ethernet motor controls centers, belt scales, and control panels
• Thorough understanding of electrical systems
• Install and repair electric motors and equipment (120, 240 and 480V)
• Knowledge of basic hand tools and machine shop equipment, the proper use of all electrical test equipment used to perform electrical/electronic repairs of production equipment
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks as scheduled and document finished work
• May drive a pick-up truck or maintenance vehicle in the plant and/or to pick up parts from local vendors
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong machine electrical background
• I/O knowledge (hardwired/discrete, digital/ethernet, and analog) and the ability to read electrical schematics
• Computer skills - Windows environment, loading and setup of various software platforms desired
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems
• Ability to read prints including mechanical and electrical prints
• Possess excellent analytical skills, data interpretation
• Knowledge of safety practices such as MSHA, lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E and proper use of PPE
• Strong communication skills

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree preferred
• 1 Year experience as Electrician - Apprentice
• Four years combined schooling and industrial experience required

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Safety-sensitivity position
• Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, stoop, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking...