Electrician

Works under general supervision of Maintenance Supervisor to install and repair electrical systems, apparatus of industrial machinery and equipment throughout the facility.

The selected candidate will be offered a pay rate based on prior industrial experience, but not less than $40.00/hour.

The shift hours of this position are Monday - Friday 2pm - 10pm.

Employees assigned to second shift, are also eligible for a $3.25/hour shift premium.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install power supply wiring & conduit for installed machines and equipment.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors and light fixtures and replaced damaged/broken wires/cables
• Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches and remotes and positions sensing devises
• Diagnoses/repairs or replace faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards
• Replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors
• Assist with Maintenance Mechanics when necessary with various mechanical duties
• Pulls 69KV fuses when needed to work on furnaces

Critical Competencies

• Proficient at working with up to 600 VAC, including 480 VAC, 277 VAC 12 VAC volt controls, 24 VDC controls and a working knowledge of programing inverters
• Proficient using PLC Applications (Rockwell Industrial Automation)
• Proficient in reading and understanding electrical schematics
• Working knowledge of motor controls and drives
• Experience in Lean and/or Continuous Improvement Processes preferred.
• Basic knowledge of the National Electric Code

Education and Experience Requirements

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Certification in related field from votech or trade school with 3+ years in a professional setting or will consider equivalent education and experience
• Journeyman's card recognized by DOL or PA preferred. Will be required to obtain Journeyman card for continuous employment

Work environment

Noise - Regular exposure to noise levels at or above 85 decibels during shift. Hearing protection required in designated areas of plant.

Dust - Exposure to dust particles throughout plant. Designated areas required to wear respiratory protection as defined by OSHA standards. Medical clearance required from licensed Physician before use of device.

Heights - Work orders may involve heights up to 25 feet.

Heat - Some exposure to heat in melt operational areas. PPE required in these areas, as defined by OSHA standards.

Weather Elements - May be exposed to weather elements, primarily temperature changes, during shift.

Hazardous Condition - Regular exposure to hazardous conditions.

Work Area - Assignments within all areas within the plant.

Physical Requirements

Lifting Requirements - Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. on a regular basis.

Walking - Must be able to endure regular walking through out shift.

Bending, Kneeling and Squatting - Must be able to bend, kneel and/or squat during course of shift.

Sitting and Standing - Must be able to stand and/or sit, potentially for long periods of time, depending on assigned duty.

Arm-Hand Steadiness -Must be able to keep hand and arm steady while moving arm or while holding arm and hand in one position.

Finger Dexterity - Must be able to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

Manual Dexterity - Must be able to quickly move hand, hand together with arm, or two hands to grasp and/or manipulate objects.

Control Precision - Must be able to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.

Near Vision - Must be able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.