Electrical Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

Howmet Aerospace•Waco, TX

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Fastening Systems is seeking an Electrician for its Maintenance department at its Waco, Texas plant. The role performs electrical maintenance and repairs on production and facility equipment, interfaces with subcontractors, specifies and orders repair parts and supplies, and supports a safe work environment and continuous improvement. The technician installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems and components, troubleshoots complex motor-drive and programmable logic controller systems, and maintains electrical drawings using AutoCAD. The role also supports electrical predictive and preventive maintenance, process and control system upgrades, equipment repair, and spare-parts inventory. Work involving hazardous chemicals or waste must follow applicable SP Plan, RCRA, and company environmental management procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of electrical experience in a manufacturing environment performing machine maintenance and repair, or equivalent industrial experience as specified for troubleshooting motor drives.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and use shop mathematics and Ohm’s law.
Ability to use electrical test equipment, identify components in manufacturers’ maintenance and parts manuals, and sketch circuitry for troubleshooting.
Knowledge of and ability to comply with the National Electrical Code and other applicable codes.
Mechanical aptitude and ability.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Must meet ITAR U.S. person status requirements: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints.
Use shop mathematics and Ohm’s law.
Use electrical test equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, and ohmmeters.
Identify components in manufacturers’ and parts manuals.
Sketch circuitry for troubleshooting.
Comply with the National Electrical Code and other applicable codes.
Install, maintain, and repair AC, DC, single-phase, and three-phase electrical components, motors, starters, and related equipment on equipment and buildings.
Plan and lay out work as necessary.
Keep the work area clean and orderly, use provided safety equipment, and work safely.
Troubleshoot and repair complex variable-frequency AC and DC motor-drive problems.
Troubleshoot and repair complex programmable logic controllers, peripheral systems, and equipment.
Maintain, revise, and create plant and equipment electrical drawings using AutoCAD.
Disassemble damaged or worn equipment, repair or replace defective components, reassemble it, and test for proper operation.
Research and recommend specifications for new electrical equipment.
Design, develop, program, integrate, and install new and upgraded process and control systems.
Develop, operate, and ensure compliance with the electrical predictive maintenance program, including use of technology.
Maintain and monitor the 20KVA UPS system for the IT department.
Organize and monitor spare-parts inventory and advise when parts need replacement.
Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment.
Follow SP Plan, RCRA regulations, and operating procedures for hazardous chemicals when handling hazardous chemicals or wastes.
Interface with subcontractors on repair of production and facility equipment; specify and order necessary repair parts and supplies.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Health insurance, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
FSA and HSA account options
401(k) plans with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution
Paid holidays and vacation time
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
Tuition assistance
Professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program