Maintenance Associate - Electrical Job Chicago area,Illinois USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Maintenance Associate - Electrical

Reports To:

Maintenance Supervisor

Responsible for installing, repairing and optimizing the operation of a variety of electrical equipment - three phase motors and controls, conduit and wiring, and automation. Will diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, detect and replace defective controls, test and make adjustments, as required. Prepare wiring diagrams to record changes.

Pay Rate: $36.63/hour to $45.79 depending on hire date to the plant.

HSE&S RESPONSIBILITIES

The Nicholson Nine

Adhere to all policies, guidelines and standards

OSHA Process Safety Management 29 CFR

EPA Risk Management Program 40 CFR Part 68

DHS Appropriations Act of 2007 CFATS

All other applicable regulatory requirements

ICCA Responsible Care

Report and participate in incident investigations and mitigation to prevent recurrence

Report and participate in near miss investigation and mitigation to strive for Beyond Zero

Recognize and commend co-workers that demonstrate outstanding HSE&S behavior

Complete all applicable training on time

Audit participation and mitigation as needed

Direct involvement in safety analysis by reviewing process and communication

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Excellent safety behavior
40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
Respirator Fit Test
Follow standard operating procedures and life critical permit procedures
Basic industrial electrical skills to include running conduit, pulling wire, and working with 3 phase motors and motor controls.
Run conduit, pull cable, run pneumatic tubing along with periodically pulling control valves for repair.
Assists with maintenance, troubleshooting and installation of plant pneumatics and electronic instrumentation; types of electronic instruments include pH, conductivity, level, flow, temperature, and pressure equipment.
Assists with calibration, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting instrumentation and equipment to ensure conformance to established calibration standards.
Trouble shooting and repair to PLC's, VFD's, interlock testing, electric heat tracing.
Troubleshoot all processes when problems arise or to prevent problems from arising
Performs timely and effective electrical maintenance and repair on running operations
Must be able to maintain an effective Preventative Maintenance program for instrumentation and electrical systems.
Help out with all maintenance projects as needed
Notify supervision of problems that require attention
Other work as directed by supervisor

SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

High School education, or equivalent, plus specialized course work / training beyond High School
2 years of Industrial Electrical experience or some formalized training with certification.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the electrical field.
Ability to interpret and understand maintenance manuals which are written in English
Strong attention to detail
Demonstration of common sense and excellent trouble shooting skills.
Disposed to avoid unnecessary risks.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and change priorities immediately as required.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Will work from heights off scaffolds and manlifts.
Ability to climb stairs/ladders repeatedly and capacity to work under extreme hot/cold conditions or near moving equipment.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Will be required to wear PPE including but not limited to fall, chemical, and respiratory protection.
Proficiency in basic written communication skills.
Proficient with MS Office applications; especially Excel, Word, Outlook
Works overtime as required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Experience working in a chemical plant working on electrical equipment.

Experience working in a PSM and RMP chemical plant.
Experience with Total Productive Maintenance, Six Sigma, 5S, RCFA, FMECA or RCM

PVS offers a great work environment with excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, 401 (k) and uniforms. Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. This is a union position with the United Food and Commercial Workers / International Chemical Workers Union Council, Local 5(c)

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