plant electrician

Plant ElectricianSalary: ConfidentialLocation: Conshohocken, PennsylvaniaMinimum Degree: GED or High School DiplomaRelocation Assistance: AvailableJob Summary: Our company is looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and performing preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment throughout various departments in the facility, and installing and programming electrical equipment. You will draw schematics to indicate where the wiring and components are installed, then measure, cut, and install wiring and conduit systems according to specifications. We use automation for some of our industrial processes, so you should feel comfortable interpreting PLC ladder logic programs. We prefer applicants that have an electrician journeyman license and several years of professional electrician experience.Duties/Responsibilities:Document actions, testing results, observations, final diagnosis of the situation and steps taken to resolve issues for each job or situationDetermine the steps necessary to assess an electrical situation using testing devices, and blueprintsMaintain a safe work environment by adhering to all company guidelines and OSHA safety requirements and through reporting violations of policies, procedures, and guidelines to immediate supervisorUse ladders, platforms, and lifts to work on electrical systemsMeasure, cut, and install wiring and conduit systemsInstall and program electrical equipmentPerform preventative maintenance inspectionsInterpret PLC ladder logic programsAssemble and install all types of new or repaired electrical circuits, systems, instrumentation, and equipment, including, but not limited to, starters, motors, regulators, controllers, switches, etc.Inspect electrical equipment and machinery, diagnose faulty operation, determine proper corrective action, document in maintenance scheduling program, and make indicated repairsMake meggar, voltmeter, ammeter, ground locating and other electrical tests. Possess working knowledge of electrical distribution systems and switchgearInstall and repair electrical conduit and cable, including connections, controls, grounding, etc.Make out work orders, requisitions, inspection reports, time distribution, material usage, etc., and perform other clerical duties necessary to maintain proper records relative to the work performedDirect, assist, and instruct other co-workers on jobs where it is necessary to work together or when requested by supervisorKeep a clean and organized work areaQualifications/Requirements:Proficiency with the National Electrical Code and local codesAbility to read blueprintsMust pass criminal background check and drug testValid drivers licenseStrong verbal and written communication skillsMotivated self-starter who can manage projects and make decisionsHigh Lift and forklift truck operations, Toyota, Genie, etc.Physical abilityMechanical skillsPrevious experience in an industrial environment strongly preferredEagerness to work safe, anticipate repairs, and troubleshoot emergent issuesPassion for a job well doneAbility to stand for long periods, walk, climb stairs, reach, and stoop frequently as well as lift up to approximately 50lbs with occasional team lifting of up to 100lbs. Must be able to work at heightsKeep current with latest types of electrical controls, motors, AC/DC Drives, (PLC) Programmable Logic Controllers, (HMI) Human Machine Interfaces and industrial lighting equipmentMust know Underwriter codes, national codes, state and local codes, company rules and regulations and comply with themJourneyman certification or 10+ years of verified experience as an industrial electricianWhy is This a Great Opportunity:Privately owned, in business over 60 years, financially stable, low turnover. Position is being added to their team.