Electrical Technician

Insteel Industries • Hazle Township, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Electrical Technician, you will install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures and conduit, and electrical systems in a discrete heavy manufacturing environment. You will use your technical expertise to ensure the equipment and processes function accordingly to produce within quality specs and with the designed performance.
To be successful in this role, you will:
Practice safe work habits as an individual and with co-workers, and work effectively in a team environment
Know and understand safety equipment and be aware of machine safety procedures
Possess an in-depth knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical control systems
Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and electrical integrity
Have a working knowledge of electrical safety guidelines and electrical safety-related work practices such as Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash safety regulations
Demonstrate a working knowledge of safe and proper use of basic electrical diagnostic equipment (volt/ohm meter, etc.), and demonstrate proficiency in basic multimeter functions (i.e., fuses, conductivity)
Troubleshoot and diagnose polarity, electrical power distribution systems, and correct problems in AC motor drives
Troubleshoot and diagnose advanced electrical circuits—relays, contactors, motors, starters, and DC drives
Demonstrate proficiency in reading, drawing, and understanding electrical blueprints, schematics, electrical diagrams, and symbols
Possesses a working knowledge of 24V, 110V, 220V, 277V, and 480V three phase systems

Requirements

• Broad Technical training (high school plus 1 to 2 years of apprenticeship/applied trades training). Training requires basic knowledge of shop mathematics, together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, PLC programs, DC drive motors, AC drive motors, and various types of precision measuring instruments.
• A minimum of 2 years as an Electrical Technician in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Have a working knowledge of electrical safety guidelines and electrical safety-related work practices such as Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash safety regulations
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of safe and proper use of basic electrical diagnostic equipment (volt/ohm meter, etc.), and demonstrate proficiency in basic multimeter functions (i.e., fuses, conductivity)
• Possesses a working knowledge of 24V, 110V, 220V, 277V, and 480V three phase systems
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
• We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Multi-craft experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.
• Organizational experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Software) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures and conduit, and electrical systems
• Practice safe work habits as an individual and with co-workers, and work effectively in a team environment
• Know and understand safety equipment and be aware of machine safety procedures
• Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and electrical integrity
• Troubleshoot and diagnose polarity, electrical power distribution systems, and correct problems in AC motor drives
• Troubleshoot and diagnose advanced electrical circuits—relays, contactors, motors, starters, and DC drives
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading, drawing, and understanding electrical blueprints, schematics, electrical diagrams, and symbols

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Bi-weekly Bonus eligibility based on organizational performance
• Paid time off, including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company-paid telehealth, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees