Electrician Level I - IV

Location: Ravenswood

Job description

Summary

Install, upgrade, and repair a variety of plant equipment to support manufacturing operations. Accepts responsibility for completion of assigned jobs/projects, selecting and purchasing of electrical supplies/apparatus and working with outside contractors of various craft. Work will be performed within the guidelines of the national electrical code and any state or local codes. Work will be performed throughout the entire facility.

Essential functions

Provide hands-on electrical support for plant facilities, including 3 phase requirements

Troubleshoot, modify and repair electrical systems and equipment

Plan and coordinate installation of new plant equipment

Installation of control circuitry (motor, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.)

Plan and perform electrical preventative maintenance

Maintain inventories of electrical parts and supplies; gain required approvals and order parts

Recommend modifications to improve reliability and productivity of equipment

Work with management to resolve recurring problems and follow-up on the effectiveness of the solutions

Supervise outside contractors working "in-plant" as assigned

Perform non-electrical projects and repairs as assigned to fill in for vacations, personnel shortages, and emergencies.

Additional responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned

Guiding and overseeing other apprentices or journeyman electricians.

Liaising with clients, vendors, and other electricians and maintenance employees.

Coordinate and assist cross-functional teams as needed

Qualifications

Attendance/punctuality - is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Communication/interpersonal skills - maintains a positive attitude, works at maintaining positive work relationships, ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, effectively communicates with outside contacts, strong impact and selling skills

Dependability - follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan

Ethics - treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values

Ethics and integrity - respects and maintains confidentiality. Admits mistakes in spite of the potential for negative consequences. Presents unpleasant or disagreeable facts in an appropriate manner. Keeps promises; meets goals and deadlines. Avoids situations and associations that could be considered inappropriate. Honest in all dealings. Upholds and models organization's values.

Initiative - volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Interpersonal skills - focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things

Quality - demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly and safely

Safety and security - observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Safety & environmental - performs work in a safe manner at all times. Checks the work area for hazards and corrects unsafe situations. Uses personal protection equipment. Maintains an organized work area. Seeks guidance from supervisor if needed. Considers the safety of other employees. Understands and follows safety regulations. Reports unsafe conditions.

Teamwork - balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed

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Education and experience

High school diploma and/or ged; 2-year electrical degree preferred

2 years' experience as an electrician in an industrial/manufacturing environment

Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special skills

Knowledge of motor control circuits and/or plcs/servo motors/scada

Strong mechanical aptitude

Proven ability to plan and complete projects and assignments from conception to completion

Ability to work with contractors of various craft

Ability to communicate effectively

Willingness to work any shift and any day of the week (including weekends) and overtime

Familiarity with…