Electrician

Duties And Responsibilities

• Apply an extensive level of knowledge of electrical work, and a working knowledge of most of the shop skills, i.e., electric and gas welding, black smithing, rigging, pipe fitting, machine tool setup and operation, sheet metal layout and working, heavy and light machinery repair, construction, maintenance and installation, etc.
• Operate mobile equipment, such as a fork truck, crane, and winch truck.
• This requires the employee to be able to use and understand hand signals and have hand/eye coordination to manipulate the respective controls in order to locate and place objects in the proper place.
• Order parts as necessary for repairs or provide proper and correct information for parts to be ordered.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install electrical equipment and systems utilizing technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Use complex electrical schematics and blueprints to troubleshoot and correct problems.
• Perform some painting and carpentry work and occasionally will assist in the training those with lesser skills.
• Aid electricians of higher classifications, or within his capabilities, work alone and direct the work of others.
• Operate any and all plant tools necessary in this electrical work.
• Perform routine tasks such as greasing, oiling, cleaning, and inspection of equipment and attachments.
• Locate and remedy electrical trouble in most of the plant’s various machines, equipment, and installations.
• Charge and service batteries both underground and above ground.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Requires over (2) to (3) years of general shop and electrical experience to qualify, or through the training program
• Knowledge in using hand tools, electrical meter, and testing equipment required
• Strong knowledge in troubleshooting of motor controls, drives, and electronic components
• Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics
• Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds
• Proven attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently required

Work Environment

• Must be able to work safely in varying temperatures in mine workplace, and outside year round
• Must be able to wear all PPE, including steel-toed shoes and safety glasses
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary
• Must be able to work at heights as required