Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician

Position Summary:

Performs work in all areas of plant as required to install and maintain electrical machinery, instrumentation, and controls in the facility.

Principal

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs highly skilled electrical maintenance tasks including installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical machinery, instrumentation, and controls throughout the plant.
• Exercises proficiency in a variety of skill areas; for example:
  Installation of electrical equipment, motors, starters, conduit, wire, etc.
• Repair of electrical tools and equipment, including power tools, test equipment, etc.
• Troubleshooting of AC (alternating current), DC (direct current) and variable frequency drives, instruments, and control systems.
• PM (preventative maintenance) DC motors and other electro-mechanical components (brakes, clutches, solenoids, etc.).
• Recalibrating instruments, sensors, control valves, etc.
• Installation and programming of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and its use in troubleshooting.
• Documentation of electrical systems (both hardware and software).
• Maintenance of files on motor equipment and PM including drawings and schematics for permanent records.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of high and medium voltage equipment including MCC's, transformers, switch gear, and substations.
• Manufacturing of electrical control systems including panel layout, wiring, installation, etc.
• Ability to program and maintain HMI's
• Assisting with mechanical maintenance activities.
• Maintains acceptable levels of housekeeping in electric shop areas.
• Maintains operations by reading, interpreting, and applying complex written instructions in the form of Standard Operating Procedures and other written instructions.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by Electrical Supervisor.
• Follow CMMS procedures to report follow-up work and work found on PM's.
• Consistently practices safe working habits and actively work to promote safety to others.
• Assure completion of work assignments when working alone or with assistance from other mechanics.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
• Comply and understand NFPA 70E.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Min 5 Years Electrical Manufacturing Experience or education/experience combined.

Physical Requirements:

• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions often exposed to heat, cold, inclement weather, grease, oils, dust, and dirty working conditions.
• Work involves standing, climbing, walking on elevated catwalks, working at heights, and lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required.