Maintenance Electrician

Maintenance Electrician

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician – Electrical

Summary:

Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in major producing unit or assigned area(s) by performing the following duties. Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but not intended to be an all inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned. Performs electrical functions necessary to maintain all operating and service equipment using standard and specialized tools and equipment.

Performs mechanical and electrical repairs and preventative maintenance as required in connection with their scope of work. Operates mobile/powered, and/or heavy equipment to load/unload, remove and/or transport materials. Operates equipment in conformance with established standard operating procedures, with respect to safety, quality and environmental requirements. Assists operating functions as necessary to keep equipment safely running. May work alone, with minimum supervision, and works with other Maintenance Technicians.

Coordinates and works in conjunction with Operators and Technicians in the performance of maintenance tasks. Receives and follows instructions on scheduled or emergency repair, installation and inspection work to be performed. Inspects equipment for loose, worn or defective parts; misalignment and improper lubrication. Makes repairs and adjustments for proper operation and maintenance of operating units, overhead cranes, conveyors, building and mobile equipment.

Locates and diagnoses trouble and determines material and replacement parts/tools needs and most expedient method of making repairs. Notifies supervision of mechanical/electrical issues, impending delays to units and assistance or material needs for repairs. Notifies responsible parties for safety, environmental and production requirements. Repairs, replaces, installs, dismantles, assembles, adjusts, maintains and lubricates mechanical/electrical equipment. Including but not limited to, motors, generators, exciter sets, control panels, relays, interlocking control systems, circuit breakers, static switching units, electronic devices, lighting and distribution systems, communication systems, etc.

Performs mechanical work pertaining to the repair, installation and maintenance of electrical equipment. Directs and/or works with others on operating units, cranes, conveyors, and mobile equipment. Repairs pneumatic and hydraulic valves. Assists on air conditioning and computer repairs as necessary. Understands and applies practical knowledge of A.C. and D.C. electrical principles, high voltage, ladder logic, PLC and basic industrial electronics.

Interprets and analyzes electrical blueprints, schematic and wiring diagrams. Lines up power distribution system to meet operating conditions and records meter readings. Uses power tools, hand tools, test equipment, conduit bending, instrumentation testing and related equipment in making repairs and installations. Performs burning and welding operations as required commensurate with certification/training. Composes required maintenance reports. Answers service calls. Loads, unloads and stores/inventories spare parts and materials.

Informs other crew members of any unusual conditions and pending work. Responsible for initiating and maintaining housekeeping to meet or exceed established standards in job areas and in common areas of plant. Responsible for functioning as a team member to meet or exceed coking production schedules.

Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; extreme heat (non-weather); and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with noise level in some areas high.

The employee must be able to wear respirator and job-related PPE.

Physical Demands:
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Color and Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand;

walk; bend; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk and/or hear. The employee is regularly required to climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.