Maintenance Electrician ; night shift

The Shift Maintenance Electrician at Covestro is responsible for supporting and promoting all company goals, including maintaining an injury‑free work environment through safe work practices. The incumbent evaluates, diagnoses, analyzes, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical and mechanical functions of the extrusion process, including all electrical equipment, instrumentation and process control systems.

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair of all related electrical equipment & electrical instrumentation in areas of responsibility
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and return to operation as expeditiously as possible to minimize equipment downtime & production losses
• Interpret information from various test equipment, documentation and verbal information from operations with respect to a given problem to expedite repair of equipment
• Responsible for installing, improving or modifying electrical, controls and instrumentation equipment as requested
• Provide project support to electrical, instrumentation and electrical control systems projects as necessary
• Interact and work with engineering, construction services and manufacturing personnel in a team environment
• Be involved in continuous improvement and reliability improvement processes
• Responsible for testing, calibration, and preventive maintenance (PMs) of electrical equipment and instrumentation
• Maintain accurate records of electrical systems and tests, calibrations and PM performed
• Improve personal knowledge of electrical systems and equipment operation in effort to improve quality and efficiency, reduce equipment downtime and minimize need for outside services
• Maintain strong safety awareness and knowledge of plant electrical processes and safety procedures
• Promote an injury‑free work environment
• Respond quickly to avoid and correct unsafe conditions and maintain equipment to ensure safe operations
• Perform interactive safety training, and always wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Perform appropriate lockout/tagout procedures for all machinery and equipment repairs, including troubleshooting problems with existing and new installations
• Maintain good housekeeping practices within area and participate in department safety and housekeeping activities
• Covestro will supply all tools

Basic Qualifications:

• High school or trade school diploma
• State Electricians License (State of Massachusetts preferred) with completed electrical apprenticeship program
• At least 1 year of industry related electrical experience; OR 3+ years of commercial electrical experience
• Experience working with 480V / 3 Phase systems

Knowledge and

Skills:

• Solid industrial mechanical skills to complement electrical skills
• Ability to spot electrical equipment deficiencies, malfunctions and breakdowns, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair deficiencies
• Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 55 lbs of weight, climb stairs, lift and pull 10 lbs of weight in the overhead position, stoop and bend at the knees and waist without concern
• Diligent and conscientious worker, self‑starter, motivated and possessing self‑directive capabilities, and also function well as a team member
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, accountability and responsibility for all tasks
• Ability to “learn on the fly” and be open to changes in a fast‑paced environment

• Night shift: approximately 7 pm to 7 am on a rotating schedule
• Starting pay $41.56/hour + shift differential
• Full‑time role that includes competitive pay, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, 401K with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period)

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Hiring and advancement are based on job‑related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.