Electrical Technician - 1st Shift Arden, Asheville, North Carolina,Full Time , (MK)
About The Position
The company's Power Distribution and Control Assemblies is currently seeking an Electrical Technician I to join our team at our Arden, NC facility. This position is a key role in the final inspection and functional testing of company products. The Electrical Technician I will create a test plan, electronically/electrically test, and inspect electrical components and connections in various applications (structures, units, panels, panelboards, component parts, controls, and assemblies) to verify correct product function. At times, you will need to perform troubleshooting and complete, or document needed repairs prior to shipping. The ability to follow diagrams, schematics, and various work instructions in line with engineered specifications, including test and working procedures, will allow you to be productive in this role.
Requirements
- Requires a high school diploma/GED from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 2 years’ work experience working in power distribution or electrical distribution.
- Previous experience in troubleshooting complex electrical circuits.
- Able to read and interpret electrical schematics.
- Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered (Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt).
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology/Engineering / Electromechanical / Mechatronics or related field
- 1 year of reading and interpreting schematics
- Previous experience working with open and energized electrical equipment in a testing environment
Responsibilities
- Follow verbal and written instructions, drawings, and specifications to set up, inspect, and test equipment.
- Perform mechanical, electrical, insulation, and sequence testing; inspect assemblies, panels, and components for quality and functionality.
- Troubleshoot test failures, determine root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with Engineering, Quality, and supervision.
- Verify customer orders for completeness and support customer inspectors during testing and inspection activities.
- Recommend and support improvements to assembly, wiring, calibration, testing procedures, and ensure required changes and repairs are completed.
- Maintain test equipment, calibration status, records, and reports.
- Comply with all safety, PPE, hygiene, and housekeeping requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health and Welfare benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
