Electrician - A

Electrician

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and any other electrical requirements as needed for both Production and Mining departments and ensure that work is in accordance with all relevant codes. Candidates must meet all Electrician requirements of the job description and medium voltage experience in manufacturing/production environment to be considered for the job.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Comply with all Imerys, MSHA and Equipment Mfg Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of electricity and their applications for the operation of medium voltage substations and equipment.
• Follow Industrial/Manufacturing safety practices and procedures.
• Maintain 480 volt and 4KV electrical systems; Use low and medium voltage test equipment, motor theory and maintenance.
• Understands and hands-on with electrical wiring for industrial systems and components and modifies existing control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems in an industrial facility; installing, maintaining and repairing electrical conduit, wiring and controls. Utilizing applicable tools and equipment of the trade.
• Advanced Motor Control Troubleshooting Skills
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures.
• Troubleshoot with PLC ladder (Allen Bradley) and HMI as needed to perform the job.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.
• Read, employ, and update electrical prints.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and Commission VFDs and Soft Starts.

• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.

• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers and supervisors.

• Any other job duties assigned by management.
• Required to work overtime and on off shifts as needed.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 pounds.

Skills Requirement:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Electrical Certification with at least 5 years experience in electrical maintenance. Completed degree from accredited institution may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Trade/Technical Degree or Completed Apprenticeship in Electrical Maintenance
• Experience in electrical maintenance in the manufacturing industry and knowledge of medium voltage.
• Experience with diagnostics and troubleshooting of various electrical equipment and machinery, compressors, pumps, conveyors etc.
• Knowledge of NEC code.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E
• Formal Training on PLCs and VFDs

Pay Rate: $37.50 *Plus quarterly incentive bonuses*

Position Type Full time and Permanent

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