Electrician I

Job Duties

• Construct, install, and test electrical and electronic equipment in accordance with electrical codes.
• Dismantle, adjust, regulate and repair electrical and electronic equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, layout conduit run and wiring circuits.
• Inspect electrical, electronic, and related mechanical equipment to determine condition and make repairs when needed.
• Operate grinders and portable power tools; use hand tools and may operate machine tools.
• Lubricate electrical equipment and paint such equipment as required.
• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment assigned.
• Make control and panel board hook-ups.
• Dismantle, clean, repair and reassemble motors.
• Assist other members of department as required.
• Operate all equipment when needed for maintenance purposes during shift hours.
• Complete required reports.
• Forecast future electrical and/or electronic problems and deter them through preventive maintenance program.
• Work with outside service engineers as required.
• Report all equipment deficiencies or malfunctions for maintenance or repair to proper supervision.
• Help load and unload transportation vehicles delivering or picking up parts or material pertinent to maintaining plant equipment or property.
• Obtain parts, tools and materials from Storeroom and other sources of supply.
• Perform related duties as directed by supervision.

  Performance Standards

  • Punctuality and consistent attendance required.
  • Work in a safe manner, observing all safety rules and regulations pertaining to the job or work area.
  • Think quickly and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
  • Inspect, test, dismantle, troubleshoot, and make electrical repairs to all types of electrical and electronic equipment including using computers to diagnose problems and make repairs.
  • Have the ability to interpret drawings and sketches.
  • Be able to drive company truck (possible manual transmission); drivers license not required.
  • Have the ability to drive the forklift and cranes as needed to do a particular task.

  Physical Requirements

  • Sitting: Rarely - sits a maximum of 2 hours per day, in break room or at desk working on computer.
  • Standing/Walking: Continually - while performing normal maintenance of equipment and traveling to and from site of repair. Walks approximately 4-5 miles per day. Walking surfaces include gravel, cement, water, mud and uneven ground, asphalt, between piles of scrap pieces. May also stand on hot surfaces of furnace or steel.
  • Crouching (bend at knees): Frequently – while performing normal maintenance on equipment and plant machinery. May work at knee, waist or floor levels.
  • Stooping: (bend at waist): Frequently – while performing normal maintenance of equipment and plant machinery. Works / stoops at all levels including waist, knee and floor levels. May lean over motor to observe or work on a repair.
  • Reaching: Frequently – reaches at shoulder or waist height level. Generally electrical panels are accessible, so positioning on ladder can eliminate overhead reach. Occasional overhead reach is required.
  • Twisting/Turning: occasionally – generally has option to twist body or move feet to change position.
  • Climbing: frequently – climbs to areas required. Climbs grated steel stair ramps and ladders. Occasionally works from vertical ladders.
  • Crawling: Occasionally – may need to crawl to reach lower work area.
  • Kneeling: Occasionally – to inspect, and/or work on a particular area.
  • Leg/Foot: Occasionally – only for walking and vehicle inspection.
  • Handling: frequently – use hand tools, test equipment, electrical wires, electronic drives and controls. May handle spools of wire of 20-30 pounds.
  • Fingering/Feeling /Grasping: continually - to use hand tools and equipment for electrical inspection and repair. Fine motor and sensation in hands is required.
  • Vehicle Use: Frequently – to operate vehicles, forklifts and cranes; to either get to work station or to work on equipment.
  • Pushing/Pulling: occasionally – pushes and pulls electrical cabinet covers. May maneuver weights up to 35 pounds to remove or replace covers.
  • Lifting/Carrying: frequently – carries tools, average weight under 20 pounds. May lift up to 50 pounds independently. Lifting over 50 pounds is done ONLY with assistance.
  • Balance: Frequently – to climb ladders, and to work above ground level on various equipment and machinery.

  Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED certification.
  • Maintain a Journeyman card in compliance with state and local laws.
  • Must be able to communicate using have both written and verbal communication skills, read and speak English.
  • Ability to wear a respirator.