Senior Industrial Electrician

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Complete all assigned jobs safely and in the most efficient manner available.
• Use experience and training to make recommendations that will reduce cost to the assignment.
• Direct supervision of assigned apprentice(s) to assure that the apprentice is following all VMC policies and safety procedures.
• Assist the Electrical foreman with department cost control.
• Utilize electrical experience to organize and assign tasks to eliminate idle time whenever possible.
• Keep the Electrical Foreman informed on the progress of all assignments, and of any variables that may change the scope of the assigned task.
• Ensure electrical work and equipment complies with the NEC, MSHA and OSHA requirements.

Essential Functions

• Install / Remove/ Troubleshoot/ Sensors
• Familiar with Plant Specific Safety Precautions for Troubleshooting and General Safety Precautions for Troubleshooting
• Electrical ARC Flash Protection
• Operating Switch & fuse Disconnects
• Electrical LO/TO Procedures
• Testing & Troubleshooting circuits 600V and Less & Higher Medium Voltage
• Construction & Installation Labeling Disconnect switches and Devices
• Crusher and Conveyor Circuits and Interlocks
• Installation & Maintenance of Belt Scales, maintenance of Metal Detectors and Installation & Maintenance of cameras

Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge and experience in interpreting the NEC and familiarity with the NESC, MSHA and OSHA.

Technical Expertise

• Solid mechanical understanding of mobile equipment, including basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor issues.
• Ability to identify signs of equipment malfunction and report them to the maintenance team.

Material Handling

• Proficient in loading various materials onto trucks, conveyors, or other transport vehicles while maintaining load stability and distribution.
• Able to estimate weights and volumes for optimal loading and transportation efficiency.

Problem Solving

• Identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback.

Adaptability

• Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an Apprenticeship Program or 5+ years of training in the electrical field.
• Demonstrable experience interpreting pertinent electrical codes (NEC, NESC & MSHA).
• Experience in the mining industry is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the electrical trade, laying out work and organizing jobs.

Other Requirements

• Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds and occasionally heavier items; able to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to drive a repair truck, pick up or fork truck on a daily basis.
• Knowledge in use of phone systems, cell phones and other electronic devices is essential.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license for the state in which you are assigned.

Salary Range

The base hourly range for this role is between $40.00 - $47.00 per hour. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.