Electrical Technician - P1, 1st Shift

Trane Italia • Grand Rapids, MI

6d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Technician builds custom engineered HVAC equipment in an on-site shop environment, using equipment-construction skills and knowledge of wiring practices and build standards. The role reads engineering drawings and other technical instructions to assemble and wire HVAC equipment, fabricate supporting parts, and complete project assignments safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The position works closely with project technicians, managers, engineers, trade team leaders, production supervisors, subcontractors, and other team members, and may occasionally support other departments or trades.

The technician prepares for project work, coordinates materials and activities, maintains tools and a clean work area, completes required project documentation, and communicates project status and scope or schedule issues. The role follows company construction, quality, safety, ethics, and compliance standards, and promotes safety among team members and subcontractors. Work is primarily in a semi-conditioned shop, with occasional work in a conditioned office, outdoors, mechanical or equipment rooms, or other challenging environments.

Requirements

• Two years of HVAC electrical experience is preferred, performing required electrical functions.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code requirements as they apply to the business.
• Ability to read, understand, and write simple instructions and correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Basic arithmetic ability, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret varied technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequent walking, reaching, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, or crawling; regular lifting or moving up to 10 pounds, frequent lifting or moving up to 40 pounds, and occasional assisted lifting up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to perform work in the described shop environment, including exposure to moving mechanical parts, heavy equipment, high-voltage electrical-shock risk, and fumes or airborne particles.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Electrical Journeyman license issued by the state of Michigan.
• EPA Certification.

Responsibilities

• Build custom equipment on assigned projects.
• Use hand tools and interpret drawings, schematics, sketches, pictures, and verbal instructions to fabricate parts, wire panels, and wire HVAC components.
• Fabricate steel parts, sheet metal panels, and brackets as needed to support components and complete finished products.
• Apply electrical standards, build standards, wiring practices, and applicable codes in daily work.
• Complete assembly and wiring assignments on time, to quality standards, and within budget.
• Assist team members of other trades and perform other trade work when needed.
• Prepare for projects by reviewing project binders, consulting project personnel, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials, and coordinating work.
• Inspect and maintain tools and equipment, including performing periodic maintenance as needed.
• Keep the work area neat, clean, and organized.
• Complete required paperwork and project records, including daily time, quality check sheets, Traveler 2.0, and parts logs; forward required documentation to the next production work center.
• Work with purchasing and stocking personnel and return unused resources.
• Identify parts to order for equipment construction, testing, and repair.
• Assist with office and shop initiatives to improve the business while controlling expenses and increasing income.
• Collaborate with project technicians, temporary technicians, subcontractors, project managers, project engineers, trade team leaders, the production shop supervisor, and interns; provide technical advice and project status information as needed.
• Communicate project scope and schedule issues to project managers and teammates.
• Attend, contribute to, or lead meetings with team members, sales personnel, customers, and management as needed.
• Follow company construction, quality, safety, ethics, and compliance standards and promote safety policies to team members and subcontractors.
• Work overtime or weekends when required and occasionally work in other company departments when needed.
• Participate in and communicate new ideas and initiatives with the Electrical trade team.
• Follow applicable company rules and policies.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs, including incentives, effective on day one for the employee and family.
• Fertility coverage and adoption or surrogacy assistance.
• Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options supporting volunteer and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
• Tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed