Industrial Electrician

Elgen Staffing
Portage, Indiana
Permanent
Full-time

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Must successfully pass an electrical aptitude test with a minimum score of 70%
  • Must have documented formal classroom training electrical field and / or 4-5 years’ experience working in electrical field
  • Must take part in an interview and be able to demonstrate abilities in all aspects of the electrical field including knowledge of motors, cranes, AC / DC, PLC, Electrical Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, etc.
  • High School Diploma, formal education preferred
  • Must demonstrate leadership skills
  • Must have good analytical abilities, along with sound written, basic computer, and verbal communication skills
  • Must adhere to Company policies and procedures at all times
  • Must possess the ability for attention to detail, be a self-starter and have the abilities to work with others in a team environment.
  • Must be a champion of Safety and promote safety by example in all aspects of the operations.
  • To inspect, repair, replace, adjust, and maintain all electrical equipment in the plant.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Receives instructions and work orders covering the scheduled and emergency repair, installation and inspection work to be done.
  • Works in a manner consistent with established safety standards.
  • Observes and monitors safety conditions. Corrects hazards found at the time of observation. If not feasible, secures the area and communicates needs to the Maintenance Supervisor or appropriate person.
  • Inspects all electrical equipment in the assigned area, checking motor bearings, lubrication, commutation, excessive vibration, obvious signs of wear or need for adjustment, etc.

When faulty operation is observed or pointed out by operating crews, diagnose trouble using testing equipment or own judgement based on general knowledge of electrical principles.

  • Determines the best way of making repairs to minimize interruption or production.
  • Advises when immediate shut down of equipment is necessary to minimize damage, or when temporarily continued operation will have no harmful effects.
  • Interpret and analyze drawings and wiring diagrams to locate and trace electrical circuits, to determine material and replacement needs, and to select logical approach to trouble shooting and repair problems.
  • Uses HMI’s, Drive Displays, and PLC’s as troubleshooting tools.
  • Dismantle, clean, repair, replace, install, maintain, assemble, and lubricate electrical equipment taking all safety precautions.
  • Adjust equipment to obtain proper operating characteristics.
  • Make either temporary or permanent repairs as required to equipment, such as main motor drives, generators, control panels, relays, interlocking control systems, electronic devices and circuit breakers.
  • Make electrical repairs on cranes. Assist with mechanical repairs as required in connection with the servicing of electrical equipment.
  • Performs simple rigging as required.
  • Operates simple machine tools, such as drill press, power saw, conduit bender, etc.
  • Works with repair crews as directed on emergency breakdowns.
  • Dismantles, inspects, repairs, adjusts or replaces faulty parts, and wiring on motors, generators, control panels, circuit breakers, rectifiers, etc.

Replaces coils, resistors, rheostats, relays, pre-wired boards, etc.

  • Adjusts contactors, relays, bus riggings, etc. Reconnects terminal leads, panel boards and distribution feeders.
  • Installs conduit, fittings, switches, controls and fixtures, and wires from replacement units to switches. Make all required splices and connector joints.
  • Operates cranes and mobile equipment as required in conjunction with repair functions.
  • Maintains performance and maintenance records on equipment and spares.
  • Instruct and oversee the work completed and troubleshooting of equipment by lower level Electricians (Electrician I, II, and III).
  • 30+ days ago
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