Electrician

Electrician | Turlock, CA Compensation Starting range of $39.54/Hr – paid bi‑weekly. Available Shift 7AM - 3PM, Monday - Friday. Position Overview The Maintenance Electrician position will provide electrical and mechanical maintenance work for the facility and industrial machinery. The facility operates 24 hours per day, 5‑6 days per week. Essential Functions / Responsibilities Work with assigned production and maintenance employees to complete troubleshooting or repairs based on maintenance work orders and inventory. May work with materials and production to complete assigned projects and improvements. Troubleshoot electrical, computer, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment or systems commonly used in industrial manufacturing applications. Understand and follow electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications using hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment. Disassemble, repair, replace parts and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, etc. Cleans, lubricates & adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary. Major electrical repairs including 24VDC, and 120VAC control systems, 3‑phase systems up to 480V, PLCs, VFDs. AC and DC drives, instrumentation, and hydraulic/pneumatic controls. Industrial temperature control systems, including thermocouples, temperature controllers, solid state relays, and heating elements. New installations of equipment, replacement and testing of electrical circuits. Isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using test instruments such as ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, or megger. Replace faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems. Remove and replace electrical transformers & lighting fixtures as needed. Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures, including lock‑out/tag‑out. Communicate problems encountered throughout the shift to the Production Supervisor, Maintenance Lead or Maintenance Manager. Operate any equipment needed to perform job. Must be capable of covering both mechanical and electrical equipment without support on off‑shifts. Has operating knowledge of all production & service equipment. Qualifications 5+ years electrical maintenance experience with strong electrical and mechanical knowledge of industrial systems and automated technologies. 2‑year electrical degree or similar education preferred but not required. Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English. Basic computer skills required. Trained in lock‑out/tag‑out procedures. Education, Skills, and/or Experience Required Must pass an electrical aptitude test. Must be Arc Flash certified or have the ability to become Arc Flash certified. Must possess excellent troubleshooting skills. PLC troubleshooting experience and work with tension controllers are a plus. VFD troubleshooting and replacement. Computer usage and typing skills are essential. Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally. Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others. Working Conditions and Environment / Physical Demands Must be able to accurately observe correct paths of travel and areas for product placement. Must be able to communicate and exchange information with teammates. Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Position is regularly scheduled for an 8‑hour day shift. Work hours may vary based on operational and business needs. Position includes on‑call responsibilities as needed. Adhere to wearing PPE in all areas of the manufacturing facility. Check work areas for safety hazards and take corrective action as necessary. Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of mental, physical and financial health resources. Specific benefits and well‑being programs may vary depending on location. Community engagement: The company supports local community initiatives focused on sustainability, food and hunger needs and encourages facility‑level participation. Training and development: Opportunities for advancement through skills development, industry and company training curricula, tuition reimbursement for non‑union employees, and a learning management system to support employee skill growth. Equal Employment Opportunity Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap, disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. 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