Electrician

Position Summary This is a position reporting to the Maintenance Manager. The DuQuoin, IL facility produces medium voltage power cables. As the facility continues to increase productivity and reduce manufacturing costs, there is a need to recruit skilled Maintenance Technicians to maintain and repair equipment critical to the manufacturing process. Basic Function Primary role of the maintenance technician position is to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair all types of manufacturing machinery and equipment (mechanical and electrical) in a heavy industrial environment. Prepare reports, interface with the facility CMMS, provide feedback to supervision as required to improve operations and machine reliability. Maintain and demonstrate a safety-first mentality. Key Responsibilities Observe and follow all plant and department safety rules, work rules, procedures, and EHS policies. Troubleshoot and repair plant manufacturing machinery and support equipment. Basic troubleshooting and repairs of electrical systems up to 480-volt, motor controls and drives (AC, DC and VFD), PLC, and relay-based systems. Inspect, repair and understand the technical aspects (electrical and mechanical) of water pumps, oil pumps, vacuum conveying systems, hydraulic and pneumatic components/operations, alignment procedures, bearing installation, and mechanical transmission devices. Perform light machining work (lathe and milling machines). Repair or fabrication of machine parts utilizing welding techniques (arc and oxyacetylene). Read and interpret schematics, drawings and technical literature to aid in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and reliability of plant machinery and systems. Perform inspections and preventative maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment. Provide recommendations, ideas, and suggestions to improve reliability of machinery, equipment and operations. Provide basic training to production associates and other personnel as needed. Other tasks as required. Key Requirements Must be able to perform all tasks independently, without direct supervision. Must be able to pass a forklift certification procedure. Ability to multi-task. Must have working knowledge of and basic troubleshoot and repair abilities of electrical circuits and systems up to and including 480-volt systems. Working knowledge of AC and DC motors and controls. Must be able to work any shift. Must be able to walk through the entire 250,000+ sq.ft. facility as needed during the course of a normal workday. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders. Must be able to work in varying seasonal temperatures within an industrial manufacturing environment. Ability to certify skills through testing. Must be able to pass a background check. Desired Background 5 to 7 years industrial experience. 3 to 5 years minimum experience in an industrial maintenance position. College certificate, applicable armed forces training or a completed apprenticeship program. Education Associate\'s degree in industrial technology or industrial electronics. Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We are committed to DE&I and to ensuring a respectful and inclusive workplace. All managers and HR personnel are responsible for ensuring equal employment opportunities are provided without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants when not imposing an undue hardship on the operation of the business. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prysmian