Electrician

GUTCHESS LUMBER CO., INC.

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN – JOB DESCRIPTION

REPORTS TO:
Plant Maintenance Manager

POSITION: HOURLY NON-EXEMPT

Description:

Overall authority and responsibility for the maintenance, repair and installation of all plant electrical equipment and controls including but not limited to all control power, VFD’s, PLC’s, MDP’s, 1 – 300HP motors, Electrical voltages of 24

VDC, 120

VAC, 240AC, 277

VAC, and 480

VAC, etc.

Overview:

This position will oversee and be responsible for installing and maintaining wiring, control, and lighting systems. Inspect electrical components such as transformers and circuit breakers. Identify electrical problems using a variety of testing devices. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools.

Location: Cortland, NY

Responsibilities:

• Perform all plant electrical maintenance and installations.
• Conduct control modifications as required.
• Manage stores inventories.
• Address emergency repairs promptly to minimize production disruption.
• Execute repairs or maintenance based on written maintenance requests.
• Supervise preventative electrical maintenance programs.
• Oversee spare parts and supplies inventories to ensure availability during equipment breakdowns.
• Plan and coordinate electrical maintenance activities, prioritizing critical needs.
• Participate in planning and installation of new facilities or modifications to existing facilities related to electrical equipment and controls.
• Record time and materials for all repairs and projects.
• Install plant electrical equipment including conduit, wiring, controls, motors, and gear motors.
• Maintain security of company assets, equipment, tools, inventories, and buildings.
• Supervise assigned personnel, including scheduling work assignments, recording activities, and ensuring accountability for hours worked.
• Train personnel to develop electrical skills and promote safe work habits.
• Develop and train an assistant.
• Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of facilities and work areas.
• Implement and manage electrical maintenance program to minimize production downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections of electrical equipment and maintain documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and develop procedures for equipment controls.
• Train identified personnel in installation and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Review and approve purchases in accordance with company policies.
• Adhere to safety protocols and ensure safe work practices around electrical equipment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training in electrical maintenance preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems and controls.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, commercial, residential, and industrial regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Experience with motor control centers, VFD’s, PLC’s, and other industrial electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures related to electrical work.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergency repair needs as required.

Safety:

• Use proper procedures to accomplish maintenance tasks safely.
• Provide training on safe procedures for working with electrical equipment.
• Always verify circuits are de-energized before maintenance using a reliable meter.
• Promote and enforce safe practices around electrical equipment.
• Be trained in Arc Flash Safety and use all assigned safety equipment.

Schedule:
We are looking for either Tuesday thru Saturday or Sunday thru Thursday. Start and end time TBD or what might work best for the right applicant.