Sr. Electrician

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

. Diagnose, troubleshoot, test, install, and repair electrical parts, equipment and systems; install or replace circuit breakers, fuses, and variable speed

. Work on electrical equipment including but not limited to Frequency Ddrives (VFDs), contactors, overload devices, fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring

. Safely work with multi-phase, high voltage and low voltage electrical systems

. Troubleshoot and resolve control networks, instrumentation, PLC devices (Programmable Logic Control), HMI (Human Machine Interface), VFD, servo, and control problems

. Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, distribution systems, motor control centers, and motors

. Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime

. Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

. Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques

. Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes

. Anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance

. Perform and assist in all operations maintenance activities, in accordance with national, state and local electrical codes

. Use a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., SAP) to record and access maintenance related information

. Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

. Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

. The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

. High school diploma or equivalent

. Graduation from trade school or technical school in related discipline preferred

. 4 to 6 years of electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and automation system maintenance experience

. Certification and/or License – Electrician journeyman license or other location specific electrician license; master electrician preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

. Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment

. Considerable knowledge and application of national, state, local building codes, OSHA, and standard industry safety rules/regulations pertaining to electrical work

. Able to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in electrical maintenance activities

. Able to use to use ladders and scaffolding in a safe, efficient manner

. Able to work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints

. Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time

. Able to perform complex or complicated electrical activities/repairs independently

. Able to complete projects from planning to installation

. Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

. Able to work effectively in a team environment

. Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

. Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

. Basic computer skills

. Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation: $ / hour