Electrician B1

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and U.S. headquarters in Chicago, we operate 31 sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. We’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

About the role

As a shift Maintenance Electrician reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be a key member of the Maintenance team, responsible for repairs and maintenance of all machinery and equipment such as conveyor systems, hydraulic components, machine control, and more.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical/mechanical tests to determine exact cause of issues.
• Maintain equipment and machinery; repair or replace defective parts as needed.
• Track and maintain labor, parts, and machine history in plant CMMS.
• Operate and service plant boiler, autoclaves, and other heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.
• Work with each department to provide necessary support and resolve day-to-day maintenance issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of Allen-Bradley PLC experience (ControlLogix or PLC-5 preferred).
• Experience with WonderWare or other industrial HMI software (a bonus).
• Proven experience and ability in mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting and maintenance techniques.
• Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of mechanical/electrical principles and concepts.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions from OEM or third-party operation, technical, or installation literature.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift.

Benefits

• Comprehensive low-cost co-pay health insurance (medical, dental, prescription, and vision) starting on day one for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 100% company match on the first 6% of salary.
• Paid holidays, wellness pay program, jury duty leave, and funeral leave.
• Free lunch every Wednesday for day and night shift crew members.

Schedule

Rotating shift.