Electrical Specialist

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Programs, troubleshoots, and operates programmable controllers, distributive control systems and interlocking systems.
• Installs equipment for new electrical services (120v, 240v, and 480v three phase), including wiring, conduit, panels, breakers, contactors, relays, times and controls.
• Performs electrical troubleshooting, maintenance and repair work; installs or replaces circuit breakers, fuses, variable speed drives.
• Performs and assists in all operations maintenance activities. All applicable work is done in accordance with National, State and Local Electrical Codes.
• Sets an effective pace and minimizes interruptions to the process.
• Participates in safety programs and safety training and demonstrates total commitment and compliance with all Company Safety and Sanitation policies.
• Uses the Company's computerized maintenance management system (e.g., SAP) to record and access maintenance related information.
• Works on electrical equipment including but not limited to Frequency Drives (VFDs), Contactors, overload devices, fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, distribution systems, motor control centers, and motors.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, and techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of and ability to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in electrical maintenance activities.
• Considerable knowledge and application of safety standards and precautions pertaining to electrical work.
• Able to use to use ladders and scaffolding in a safe, efficient manner.
• Able to work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints.
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time.
• Able to perform electrical activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs.
• Able to complete minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation.
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures.
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from trade school or technical school in related discipline or equivalent apprenticeship.
• 2 to 4 years of electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and automation system maintenance experience.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Knowledge and application of national, state, local building codes, OSHA, and standard industry safety rules/regulations pertaining to electrical work.
• Able to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in electrical maintenance activities.
• Able to use to use ladders and scaffolding in a safe, efficient manner.
• Able to work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints.
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time.
• Able to perform electrical activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs.
• Able to complete minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation.
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures.
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

Must successfully pass Master License for the state of New Mexico within 6 months of hire date.

Pay

$34.00/hour

Schedule

Varies based on company needs.