Warehouse Electrician

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Job Summary

This position is responsible for complex maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment within the Distribution Center.

Electrical Responsibilities include machinery, Conveyor systems, Lighting both inside and outside, plumbing electrical connections, HVAC motors and VFDs, Electrical Infrastructure up to 480v nominal, and some Fire protection equipment.

Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial control systems using root-cause problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Install, maintain, control components such as photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, Servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, and encoders.

Repair power distribution system's branch circuits, lighting systems, transformers, and wiring methods as needed. These actions are to be recorded regularly with the company's Maintenance management system.

We are currently using Limble for this purpose. Utilize knowledge of electrical standards according to the NEC, NFPA 70E / 79, UL, OSHA, etc.

The incumbent is also required to perform all tasks in observance of Rite Aid's brand and strategy and adhere to our core values and service attributes.

Occasionally present information in one-on-one and small group situations to vendors, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for general maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment within the Distribution Center
• The incumbent is also required to perform all tasks in observance of Rite Aid's brand and strategy and adhere to our core values and service attributes.
• Operate manual battery pullers at elevated heights inside of battery rack locations
• Perform preventive maintenance to battery pullers, batteries, wash cabinets, and battery racks
• Perform inspection on regulatory components of the distribution center
• This position may have supervisory responsibilities of an electrical helper
• Determine and develop approach to solutions
• Work is evaluated upon completion to ensure objectives have been met
• Work with contacts whom are primarily within the department or function with occasional cross-functional interfaces
• Some limited external vendor contact on routine matters
• You will be responsible for the full spectrum of routine maintenance including troubleshooting electrical controls, and ensuring proper functionality of all systems
• Applying safe working procedure within electrical cabinets, panels, and Motor control centers in compliance with the NFPA
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment, and reports any unsafe working conditions or equipment
• Maintain and repair conveyor system's electrical and mechanical equipment
• Perform routine maintenance of systems based on machine PM description outlined in Companies maintenance management portal
• Maintains an accurate record of all PM activities
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair power distribution systems, branch circuits, lighting systems, and transformers
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot, control components such as photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, Servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, and encoders
• PLC hardware : troubleshoot, CPU's, backplanes, I / O modules, and Ethernet communication devices
• Perform PLC based troubleshooting with read only access to determine the cause of equipment shutdowns when the cause is not readily visible
• Assist IT department with upgrades to equipment or installation of raceways needed for changes in the communication / data scheme within the plant
• Perform upkeep of facilities Radio, Satellite TV, and Intercom equipment
• Ensuring all electrical and controls documentation is accurate and up to date
• Updates panel schedules and identification of field devices when adjustments are made
• Review and perform upgrades and improvements to electrical infrastructure
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to the distribution operations to determine the causes of equipment / operational issues
• Resolve quality and / or productivity issues
• Identify and implement solutions to solve operational problems on equipment in support of Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Providing detailed technical training to the personnel when requested to do so by management
• Document and update repair procedures or troubleshooting steps to equipment as needed

Qualifications

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Journeyman or Master Level Electrician
• To perform this job successfully, the associate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• 7 years of experience in Distribution / Industrial Plant Maintenance, facility maintenance or Construction Field required.
• Certificates, Licenses, and / or Registrations
• Language Skills : Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, general business periodicals, operating and maintenance instructions / procedure manuals
• Can speak effectively to employees to give and receive pertinent information
• Able to type, prepare, copy, file, and keep records
• Computer Skills : Microsoft office, Excel, Outlook
• Mathematical Skills : knowledge for the electrical trade mathematics demonstrated
• Able to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw, and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Self-Starter demonstrating ability work independently
• Ability to accomplish work with limited direction
• Problem Complexity and Problem Solving mindset
• Ability to provide resolution to problems that are readily identifiable with limited scope and are resolved in accordance with standard practices, procedures, applications or routines

Fair Chance Act

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.

After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we identify a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right's Department Fair Chance Act webpage.

For more detailed information around city / state required notices, click here to access a list of disclosures.

Los Angeles County Applicants :

Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Change Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD)

The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) prohibits unlawful employment discrimination based on an individual's race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), familial status, marital / civil union status, religion, domestic partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for military service, and mental or physical disability (including perceived disability, and AIDS and HIV status).

Indiana Applicants :

It is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.

Maryland Applicants :

Under Maryland law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment, or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a polygraph examination or similar test.

An employer who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not exceeding $100.

Massachusetts Applicants :

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

Note to All Applicants Regarding Rite Aid's Drug-Free Workplace Policy : Rite Aid maintains a strict policy prohibiting illegal drug activity and using, being under the influence of, or possessing illegal drugs and / or alcohol during the Work Day as well as on Company Property as defined in Rite Aid's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Rite Aid conducts post-offer pre-employment drug testing of all job candidates. Additionally, the Company conducts drug and / or alcohol testing in certain pre-promotion, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident scenarios along with drug loss investigations unless expressly prohibited by law.

You have the right to refuse to submit to testing; however, a refusal to submit to a test when asked will result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment or termination of employment.

All records relating to drug tests shall be kept confidential. A copy of the policy is available from hiring management upon request.

Applicant Statement

I certify that the above statements are true and complete. I understand that the making of false statements or omitting information in this Application or in any resume or other materials submitted in connection with this application will be grounds for disqualification from employment or immediate discharge upon discovery thereof.

I further understand that unless specifically altered by a written employment contract, executed by an officer of the Company, my employment will be terminable at will, either by myself or Rite Aid, at any time, with or without cause and with or without prior notice.

I authorize Rite Aid to verify all education, training and professional licensure / certifications claimed by me and to secure from my former employers and references information concerning my professional accomplishments, salary, work characteristics, ability and reasons for leaving.

Every conditional offer of employment with Rite Aid is subject to a criminal background check to determine his or her suitability for the position.

Applicants will be required to sign an authorization to perform a criminal background check only if the applicant receives a conditional offer of employment and I understand that I will be required to submit to a drug test in accordance with Rite Aid policy.

In compliance with the federal Immigration Reform and Control Act, I certify that, if hired, I will provide, within three (3) business days from the date my employment begins, proof of my identity and eligibility for employment in the United States.

EEO Statement

Rite Aid is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment where individual differences are appreciated and respected.

It is our policy, through responsible management, to recruit, hire, train, and promote associates regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other basis protected by state or federal law.

The objective of this policy is to ensure conformity with the principles of equal opportunity employment when making employment decisions and administering compensation, benefits, transfer, and social and recreational programs.

Rite Aid prohibits unlawful retaliation against any person who reports harassment or discrimination.