Electrical Maintenance Technician

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

POSITION PURPOSE

The Industrial Electrician plays an important role in keeping our equipment running safely and reliably. As part of the Maintenance team, you'll troubleshoot electrical issues, maintain and repair plant equipment, and help minimize downtime throughout the facility.

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PAY AND BENIFITS

• High wages, quarterly bonuses and yearly profit sharing! 5k sign on bonus!
• Generous vacation time plus 6 annual flex days (personal days)
• Top Noch medical, dental and 401k match.

WORK SCHEDULE AND ENVIRONMENT

• Twelve-hour shifts 6pm-6am on a 5-2-2-5 rotating schedule.
• Must be able to work in various areas of the plant that may include dirt, grease, heat, cold, noise, and work at extreme heights.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant equipment and electrical systems.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, equipment performance, and information provided by operators to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, calibrations, installations, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Maintain and support industrial electrical equipment, motor controls, variable frequency drives, programmable logic controllers, and related control systems.
• Partner with Mechanical Maintenance Technicians to respond to internal customer requests and equipment needs.
• Help maintain the accuracy of the parts inventory system.
• Perform additional plant and maintenance duties as directed by the supervisor.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and work rules.
• Comply with Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures.
• Meet the essential requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship program, Journeyman Electrician certification, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous steel industry or heavy manufacturing experience.
• Welding and light fabrication experience.
• Experience with industrial communication networks, including Profibus, Profinet, and Ethernet.
• Experience with proportional-integral-derivative control loops and combustion-control systems.
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and components.
• Strong communication skills and experience working in a team-based maintenance environment.
• Previous safety awareness training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three or more years of industrial electrical maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electronics, AC/DC theory, power transmission, test instruments, instrumentation, variable frequency drives, programmable logic controllers, ladder logic, relay logic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motor controls, and electrical construction.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a wide variety of industrial equipment using schematic diagrams, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices, including lockout/tagout, fall protection, confined-space procedures, and mobile-equipment operation.
• Ability to safely and professionally operate equipment such as forklifts, overhead traveling cranes, and aerial lift platforms.
• Demonstrated understanding of good housekeeping practices and 5S principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Strong mathematical, communication, reading, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand, follow, and provide instructions.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to receive and close work orders, use email, and perform basic Microsoft Office functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently required to stand, walk, and lift up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally required to sit, balance, push, pull, carry, climb, reach more than 15 inches from the body, reach above shoulder level, perform fine-motor tasks, use forceful motions, and lift up to 35 pounds.
• Minimally required to use foot controls, work below waist level, and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, as detailed in the Job Analysis Database.

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We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).