Industrial Electrician

Job Description Job Description Thompson First Group is currently seeking a qualified Industrial Electrician for a local client in Trainer, PA. Candidates who have a background working as an Electrician in an industrial setting are encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Troubleshoots to diagnose problems; repairs and performs routine pm on equipment
Assists in maintaining a clean work environment
Maintains and updates all process documentation
Supports as necessary with equipment modifications for process changes, new models and expansion needs
Follows all safety procedures strictly
Undertakes actions such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, etc. on equipment
Troubleshoots and repairs various mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment systems which often involves the isolation of the malfunctioning parts
Installs, programs, calibrates and monitors Variable Frequency Drives, Instruments and systems
Monitors PLC Processor operations and acts as directed or instructed
Supports equipment and operations necessary for Safety and Environmental regulations
Ensures the equipment is in a safe and working condition and utilizes the Lock-Out Tag-Out program
Ensures prompt and regular attendance
Ensures the application of Policies and Procedures in all aspects of daily duties and responsibilities.
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of the below is required
Electrical Safety Precuations
General Safety Precuation
Equipment Lockout, Tagout requirements
Knowledge of Electrical Code "NEC" and "NFPA"
High Voltage Switchgear
Transformers: Design,purpose, application
Use of Test Equipment; millimeters, meggers, oscilloscope, high voltage proximity teser
Grounding and shielding requirements
Crane Drives and Controls
etc.
Schedule - (follows rotating shift scheduled)
3 weeks - 7am to 3 pm
2 weeks - 3 pm to 11 pm
1 Week - 11 pm to 7 am
6 days (must be one weekend day worked whether it be a Saturday or Sunday)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of AC and DC motor controls is essential.
Ability to troubleshoot all phases of electrical circuitry from
building wiring to production operating equipment, with or without
schematics.
Work with PLC logic/programs
Must have a minimum of 3 years of plant industrial experience.
HS/GED required
VoTech certification required
We are an equal opportunity employer.

Thompson First Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.