Electrician

Electrician

Now Hiring | Turlock, CA

Compensation Includes:

• Starting range of $39.54/Hr - paid Bi-weekly

Available Shift:

• 7AM
  -3PM Monday - Friday

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Electrician position will provide electrical / mechanical maintenance work to the facility and industrial machinery. Individuals will have a strong understanding of electrical code, schematics, industrial specifications, and use of common electrician tools. The facility operates 24 hours per day 5-6 days per week.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Work with assigned production and maintenance employees to complete troubleshooting or repairs based on maintenance work orders and inventory.
• May work with materials and production to complete assigned projects and improvements.
• Troubleshoot electrical, computer, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment/systems commonly used in industrial manufacturing applications.
• Understand and follow electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications using hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment.
• Disassembles, repairs/replaces parts and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, etc.
• Cleans, lubricates & adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary.
• Major electrical repairs including 24
  
  VDC, and 120
  
  VAC Control Systems, 3-phase systems up to 480V, PLC's, VFD's.
• AC and DC drives, instrumentation, and hydraulic/pneumatic controls.
• Industrial temperature control systems, including thermocouples, temperature controllers, solid state relays, and heating elements.
• New installations of equipment, replace and test electrical circuits.
• Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using test instruments such as ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, or megger.
• Replaces faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems.
• Removes and replaces electrical transformers & lighting fixtures as needed.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out.
• Communicates problems encountered throughout the shift to the Production Supervisor, Maintenance Lead or Maintenance Manager.
• Operates any equipment needed to perform job
• Must be capable of covering both mechanical and electrical equipment without support on off shifts.
• Has operating knowledge of all production & service equipment.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years electrical maintenance experience with strong electrical/mechanical knowledge of industrial systems and automated technologies.
• 2 year electrical degree or similar education preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Trained in lock out/tag out procedures.
• Must pass an electrical aptitude test.
• Must be Arc Flash certified or have the ability to become Arc Flash certified.
• Must possess excellent troubleshooting skills
• PLC troubleshooting experience and work with tension controllers are a plus.
• VFD troubleshooting and replacement.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Must be able to accurately observe correct paths of travel and areas for product placement.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with teammates.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Position is regularly scheduled for an 8-hour day shift. Work hours may vary based on operational and business needs. Position includes on-call responsibilities as needed.
• Adhere to wear PPE in all areas of the manufacturing facility
• Check work areas for safety hazards and take corrective action as necessary.