Electrician

Responsibilities

• Repairs, installs, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment and appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
• Inspects and tests electrical lighting, signal, communication, fire alarm, and power circuits and equipment.
• Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment, using suitable testing instruments.
• Examines and tests elements of electrical systems to locate obvious faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, loose connections, and worn motor brushes.
• Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other simple elements of electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
• Renews circuits either by isolating and cutting out defective wiring and replacing it with new wiring or by splicing ends of broken wires.
• Replaces defective equipment parts such as gears, bushings and bearings and other related electrical parts.
• Estimate materials needed and record time and materials expended on each work order.
• Minor supervisory duties when General Laborer or Student Worker is assigned to assist in the work of the Electrician.
• Install new and additional electrical work, remodeling, etc.
• Perform maintenance and repair of motors, relays, magnetic starters, transformers, etc.
• Install electrical conduit for installation of new equipment and wiring.
• Be capable of installing and interconnecting transformers and repairing, maintaining, altering or installing wiring, cabling, and electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems.
• As required, be in an on call status and respond to emergencies on campus after hours.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

• Proficient in High Voltage (480/277V), (208/110V) and Low Voltage (24V) Systems and Control Cabinets.
• Knowledge of Injection Molding Machines and Auxiliary Equipment – Dryers, Conveyers, Temperature Controllers, Granulators, and Blenders is preferred.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Facility Infrastructure – Air Compressors, Air Dryers, Chilled Water Systems is preferred.
• Ability to Troubleshoot PLC Controllers, VFD Drives, Servo Motors, and Heating Components.
• Ability to Inspect electrical components, such as Safety Lighting, Exit Signs, Transformers, Circuit Breakers and on various types of manufacturing machinery per NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Identify electrical problems using a variety of testing methods and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong ability to read blueprints as well as use of hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to work at heights, and confined space conditions as required.
• Proficient Project Management skills to meet required project targets and deadlines.
• Strong ability to work with key vendors and equipment suppliers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work closely with all team members.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting Service Training will be provided by Arburg – our Injection Molding Machine Supplier.

Requirements

• Possess thorough knowledge of codes pertaining to maintenance and installation of electrical systems.
• Have and maintain a current Journeyman License and Maintenance Electrician License.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Understand the electrical symbols and interpretation of building and electrical prints.
• High school, technical or trade school graduate.
• Six (6) years in electrical trade.
• Knowledge/Practice of all OSHA/NFPA standards.

Physical Demands

• Ability to individually lift a minimum of 50 lbs, and be able to, with assistance, move and transport materials and equipment weighing excess of 200 lbs.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces requiring bending or stooping for long periods and be able to work from ladders or elevated platforms.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.