Electrical Technician 1

Burr Oak Tool•Sturgis, MI

48d

About The Position

Build and repair electrical panels, systems, and components for industrial machinery and equipment following schematics, blueprints, and electrical code, for departments at Burr Oak Tool.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
Appropriate written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to remain calm and determined to attain goals.
Ability to receive forklift license and learn to operate cranes and man-lifts.
Must have math skills and ability to utilize various measurement tools.
Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities, tactful, mature, and flexible.
High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
Documentation of a current drug screen must be provided prior to start date.

Responsibilities

Correctly and with a quality focus wire electrical panels following schematics and blueprints.
Understand power supply wiring and conduit for machines following manuals, schematics, and blueprints using hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
Accurately and safely connect power supply wires and cables to and between machines and equipment.
Learn to diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and other electrical components using test equipment, and bring to an effective workable solution.
Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, and circuit boards, rewire motors as needed, and ensure repairs are completed accurately and efficiently.
Become familiar using meters on low voltage. Diagnose problems and resolve related issues.
Read blueprints and related schematics and utilize measurement instruments to correctly assemble panels according to specifications.
Arrive at work and position consistently on time; remain present and engaged the entire assigned shift.
Able to recognize and document patterns in process and problem solving.
Participate in regular employee reviews including setting and achieving goals.