Maintenance Electrician

Summary:

Client is looking for a Maintenance Electrician who maintains, repairs, tests, and troubleshoots electrical, electronic and related components and systems throughout the facility. The position is a 3rd shift position, 9:30PM to 6AM with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Performs routine repairs, inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment, devices and components. Tests, inspects and troubleshoots equipment and electro/pneumatic controls as necessary for automatic equipment; reports equipment and machinery operational status as directed.

Works on new installations of all power, light, motors, transformers, control panels, relays, electronic equipment, and equipment in building applications.

Provides assistance to engineering associates in troubleshooting and repairs of electrical services and electrical/electronic equipment, including PLC's, in order to maintain serviceability and reliability of equipment.

Reads blueprints and electrical diagrams.

Suggests modifications and improvements to equipment and implements changes as directed. Updates all prints to reflect changes made.

Keeps accurate records of time and material chargeable to each separate job.

Maintains Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) with accurate & thorough data.

Follows safety policies and maintains good housekeeping in work area.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1+ years of experience as Maintenance Electrician.

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

Must be a graduate of a vocational/technical school in an electrical/electronic craft and have at least two years electrical experience in an industrial environment OR must have some post-secondary education in electronic/electrical craft and four years electrical experience in an industrial environment.

Capable of reading/interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, logic and wiring diagrams.

Knowledgeable of the N.E.C., O.S.H.A. guidelines, electrical/electronic test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.) and programmable controllers.

Able to troubleshoot, repair and test mechanical equipment common to distribution centers, such as conveyors, diverters, and packaging equipment

Must be able to properly start, operate and shutdown all facility systems.

Must be proficient in all plumbing operations and in the use of pipe fitting tools.

Working knowledge of existing laws and operational requirements set forth by governing agencies.

Must be able to perform electrical welding and possess a basic knowledge of mechanical equipment for troubleshooting systems controlled by electrical devices.

Must have the ability to make correct, expedient repairs under pressure.

Strong organizational skills.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Ability to handle pressure and demonstrate flexibility.

Able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and take initiative on specific issues.

Ability to prioritize handling of situations.

Must have a positive attitude.