Electrician 2 - 3rd shift
Company Overview
Quietflex Manufacturing, a member of Daikin Industries LTD., is the leading manufacturer and supplier of flexible ductwork for residential and commercial HVAC systems, as well as fiberglass mats for industrial applications.
Summary
The Electrician installs, maintains, and repairs electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensures work complies with relevant codes, may install or service equipment or electrical control systems, performs preventative maintenance duties, responds to breakdowns promptly, assists with new equipment installation, and evaluates, maintains, and modifies equipment to improve production efficiency.
Benefits
- Benefits effective on day one for all full‑time direct hires
- Training programs to develop new skills
- Growth opportunities within a global company backed by Daikin Industries
Responsibilities
- Assist management with scheduling maintenance projects, work with contractors as needed, and maintain accurate departmental records
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, construction drawings, machine manuals, electrical blueprints, and schematics
- Ensure equipment adheres to all applicable safety requirements; test electrical systems and circuit continuity
- Use test devices (ohmmeters, voltmeters, oscilloscopes) to verify compatibility and safety
- Install and troubleshoot systems ranging from single‑phase to three‑phase, 120 V to 480 V
- Install conduit, conduit support, pull wires and feeder cables, perform terminations, and install panels, switchgear, and transformers
- Perform established preventative maintenance programs
- Assist with all aspects of new equipment installation
- Prepare requisitions for parts and equipment
- Develop preventative maintenance and work‑order programs, and support inventory control processes
- Perform regular routine maintenance and ensure safety compliance
- Follow all safety protocols and maintain good housekeeping standards
- Perform additional projects or duties to support ongoing business needs
Nature & Scope
The role requires broad theoretical knowledge typically obtained through advanced education. Work is performed under close supervision, following well‑defined instructions and established procedures.
Knowledge & Skills
- Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair skills
- Proficiency with maintenance tools, including 480 V and three‑phase voltmeters
- Ability to work with electrical circuits (24‑V controls, 120‑240 V, single and three‑phase service)
- Experience using programmable logic controllers (PLC) for troubleshooting and repair
- Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints
- Basic math and analytical skills
- Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking abilities
- Proficiency in English (written and verbal) and basic MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Safe work habits, including proper LOTO and OSHA compliance
- Good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity
Experience
- 2+ years with PLC systems (preferably Allen Bradley, Siemens, Direct Logic)
- 2+ years with DC drives, servos, solenoids, photo eyes, relays, limit switches, and electric motors
- 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience (required)
- Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Education / Certification
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent (preferred)
- 4‑year skilled trades apprenticeship or 8 years documented trade experience (required)
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Ability to stand for long periods (8–10 hours)
- Repetitive movement, good eye/hand coordination, operation of hand and power tools
- Standing (up to 90%), walking (up to 10%), stooping, bending, reaching, twisting, and turning
- Lift, carry, or move up to 40 lb
- Manufacturing environment with forklift traffic
- Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations