Maintenance / Electrician - 1st shift

Electrical Maintenance TechnicianEnsure operation and appearance of machinery, equipment and facilities by completing preventative maintenance, inspections, setups, repairs and upgrades following diagrams, sketches, manuals, manufacture’s instructions, engineering instructions and/or verbal instruction.Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipmentTroubleshoot electrical malfunctions in motors, control panels, PLCs, conveyors, and machineryInstall wiring, lighting, breakers, transformers, and electrical componentsRead and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manualsPerform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systemsTest electrical systems using meters, diagnostic tools, and testing equipmentEnsure compliance with electrical codes, OSHA regulations, and company safety standardsRespond to emergency breakdowns and equipment failuresMaintain maintenance logs, repair records, and work ordersCollaborate with maintenance technicians, engineers, and production staffFabricate repair parts utilizing machine shop equipment and fabrication tools.Complete all functions necessary to maintain organized parts & supplies inventories.Understand and follow procedures and work instructions applicable to the job function.Report projects needing attention; fill out work orders, PM forms, and charts as needed. Communicate needs to supervision.Trains and transfers knowledge as needed.Maintains technical knowledge as required via internal and external means.Have the electrical ability to work with and repair motors, motor starters, contractors, relays, distribution and use electrical test equipment.Must have experience performing normal maintenance repairs on factory equipment and have the mechanical ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, make necessary repairs, dismantle and reassemble most equipment used in the facility.Use Personal Protective Equipment as required and follows all safety rules as outlined in Right to Know information and Company safety policies. Confined space entry.Perform related duties, as needed by supervision.Strong diagnostic abilitiesREQUIREMENTSMust be able to work regular shift and overtime as needed. Must be able to frequently lift and / or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and / or move up to 100 lbs.Must have reading (English), writing (English) and math skills (addition / subtraction / multiplication / division). Must be able to communicate and work with peers/management. Must be able to work in different environment temperatures. Must be able to work in all exterior weather conditions and temperatures.Must be able to read, plan work from instructions, sketches and prints. Must be able to climb ladders and work at various heights including roofs, bulk tanks, silos, etc.Must be capable of following verbal and written instructions. Required to spend 95% of an 8-hour shift standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and / or crawling to perform various tasks / functions.May be required to temporarily transfer between plant and / or shift based on business needs. Must have a range of motion for lifting, twisting, bending, turning, stooping, reaching and kneeling.Must be able to work as part of the team. Will be exposed frequently to dust & product smells.Must successfully pass any required testing. Must be physically able to pass respirator medical evaluation / fit test and work wearing a respirator.Must be able to pass forklift certification and safely operate a forklift. Required minimum dress in long pants and sleeved shirt.Must have a reasonable supply of maintenance tools (required to perform jobs listed above), tool box, and have the knowledge of the proper use of the tools. Must have adequate clothing to work in all exterior weather conditions and temperatures. A change of clothes kept on premises in the employee’s locker is required in the event clothes are deemed unwearable due to environmental conditions.