Electrical Technician - P1, 1st Shift

trane technologies • Kentwood, MI

5d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Technician builds custom-engineered HVAC equipment in a shop environment, applying equipment-construction knowledge and acceptable wiring practices and standards. The role involves reading engineering drawings and wiring HVAC equipment according to those drawings, fabricating parts and panels, and completing assigned assembly and wiring work safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The position works closely with project technicians, managers, engineers, trade leaders, production staff, subcontractors, and interns. It is primarily based in an on-site, semi-conditioned shop, with occasional work in offices, outdoors, mechanical or equipment rooms, and other departments.

Requirements

• Ability to read, understand, and write simple instructions and correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and handle abstract and concrete variables.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of HVAC electrical experience performing the required electrical functions.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Codes as they apply to the business.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Michigan state Electrical Journeyman license.
• EPA Certification.

Responsibilities

• Build custom equipment for assigned projects.
• Use hand tools and interpret drawings, schematics, sketches, pictures, and verbal instructions to fabricate parts and wire panels and components in HVAC equipment.
• Fabricate steel parts, sheet-metal panels, and brackets as needed.
• Apply electrical standards, build standards, wiring practices, and applicable codes in daily work.
• Complete assembly and wiring assignments on time, to a high standard of quality, and within budget.
• Assist team members of other trades and perform other trade work when needed.
• Prepare for projects by reviewing project binders, consulting with project personnel, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials, and coordinating work.
• Inspect and maintain tools and equipment.
• Keep the work area neat, clean, and organized.
• Complete job paperwork, including daily time, quality check sheets, Traveler 2.0, and parts logs; maintain project files and forward paperwork to the next production work center.
• Coordinate with purchasing and stocking personnel and return unused resources.
• Identify parts to order for equipment construction, testing, and repair.
• Support general office and shop initiatives to improve the business and control expenses.
• Work with project technicians, temporary technicians, subcontractors, project managers, project engineers, trade team leaders, the production shop supervisor, and interns; provide technical advice and project updates as needed.
• Communicate project-scope and schedule issues to project managers and teammates.
• Attend, contribute to, or lead meetings with team members, salespeople, customers, and management as needed.
• Follow company construction, quality, safety, ethics, compliance, and other applicable policies; 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with incentives, effective on day one.
• Fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional volunteer and parental leave options.
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed