Maintenance Industrial Electrician

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a talented and reliable Industrial Electrician to join our successful maintenance team. In this position, the prime responsibility is to support production by preserving the condition and functionality of our production equipment. Further, to use expert skills for electrical systems in special projects and improvements. Requirements include but are not limited to extensive knowledge and experience with preventive maintenance, keeping inventory of spare parts, install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits (experienced in bending conduit from half inch through 2 inch in any of the three types EMT, Ridged and IMC) feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter requiring little to no supervision. To excel in this position, you must be a problem-solver with exceptional attention to detail, sense of urgency and organizational skills. Excellent ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code NEC specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations. Also, Knowledgeable about NFPA 70E.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.

Maintain, repair, install and test switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, Breaker panels, regulators, reactors and other electrical infrastructure components.

Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems

Troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial, electrical and electronic control systems and other related devices

Install, maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices

Perform proper grounding of electrical systems

Communicate and collaborate closely with Production Supervisor to achieve set goals for the area.

Make preventive maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment, complete required paperwork, report findings to supervisor and follows up as needed.

Identify critical spare parts and keep appropriate inventory

Notify supervisor and plant manager of recurring equipment malfunctions, corrective action taken, and of quality problems, or supplies needed.

Perform other duties as assigned or needed

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Interface with all production departments.

Interface with outside contractors to complete projects outside of normal maintenance requirements.

Participate in the “Mechanic on Call” Program

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code NEC specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations. Also, Knowledgeable about NFPA 70E.

Industrial experience working with 480 3 phase; 277 single phase; 240 and 208 three phase.

Reading, writing, and math skills

Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 65 lbs

Ability to walk, stand, sit, squat, kneel, bend, climb, and crawl

Ability to drive a fork lift work off of scissor and snorkel lifts.

Ability to schedule and manage tasks according to promised timeline. Project management

Ability to perform basic internet and literature research to identify parts for machine repair

Knowledgeable about industrial control circuits, VFD’s and PLC’s a plus.

Knowledgeable about explosion-proof conditions is a plus.

Ability to perform basic mechanical systems troubleshooting and basic mechanical tasks.

Must have own tools

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 7-10 years of meaningful, hands-on, industrial electrician experience.

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Journeyman electrician preferred