Electrical Technician

About the role

The Electrical Technician assists in the installation and repair of electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. This role also provides maintenance repairs to industrial machinery as needed to keep a continuous manufacturing process supported. Uses man lifts, forklifts, hoists and all electrical testing equipment required. Must work safely and follow all documented and “common sense” safety policies and procedures.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Notify your supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on-the-job injury when it occurs no matter how insignificant it may seem.
• Take personal ownership to work safely each and every day and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety.
• Basic industrial electrical code. (local compliance issues)
• Capability to read schematics and P&ID drawings
• Fusing, thermal overload protection, wire sizing, motor theory, etc.
• AC, DC and Servo drive system (basics)
• Be able to safely conduct motor control and power circuit troubleshooting. Understand fuse sizing, take motor amp readings, understand basic DC motor control, etc.
• Ability to fully troubleshoot drives-DC and AC variable frequency, and communicate technically with outside technical support when needed. Ability to fully understand and properly tune the various control loops in the plant including IM/APC systems and weight control equipment. Fully competent in electrical noise avoidance-grounding, shielding, etc. (at least 2 persons, each plant)
• Burner system understanding, troubleshooting and properly tuning (at least 2 persons, each plant)
• Basic Skills, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical gear
• Install and repair complex industrial equipment
• Helps to Maintain all Plant electrical and electronic systems.
• Aid in the development of PM and Predictive maintenance program for all motors and panels
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replace damaged or broken components.
• When appropriate or when plant decides lead efforts for electrical root cause analyses
• Establish a program to monitor all critical motors in the plant.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers.
• Be lead person for electrical downtime and troubleshooting
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, and position sensing devices.
• Complies with good housekeeping practices on the job and insures work areas are clean and picked up after each job completion.
• Helps with electrical training of other maintenance personnel.
• Help coordinate electrical training program and efforts for the plant.
• Complies with safety requirements and notifies management of noted exceptions.
• Follows all environmental compliance policies & programs.
• Works as instructed with outside contractors.
• Be a lead person for all electrical projects and installation that are maintenance responsibility.
• Be maintenance contact person on automation projects.
• Willing to attend annual training for new or improved electrical & PLC systems.
• Comply with all plant rules
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area
• All other duties as assigned or needed
• Regular Attendance on site and ability to rotate to varying shifts

Skills and Abilities

• Basic Computer Skills
• Electrical
• PLC
• Hydraulic
• Basic Blueprint & Schematic reading
• Basic Welding
• Able to think under pressure and make quick decisions
• Able to work well in a team or alone
• Able to communicate in English
• Good attention to detail

Computer and Software Competencies

• Must be able to operate a computer or other keyboard instrument

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• PLC Training
• Preferably seven (7) years’ experience in related maintenance trade or occupation that involved electrical and electronic components in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision with drive toward accomplishment, and to produce high quality work.

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for several hours
• Able to climb on and off of fork truck
• Ability to stand for 10 - 12 hours straight
• Able to climb and descend stairs for up to 12 hours continuously
• Lift and push and pull 50lbs. More than 100 times per day
• Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely
• Exposure to temperature extremes
• Exposure to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools or control--continuously
• Repetitive movements

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.