Electrician- 2nd Class

EMR Metal Recycling•Camden, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The 2nd Class Electrician is responsible for proficiency in basic installation, repairs, troubleshooting, and maintaining all electrical systems. Duties include conducting scheduled maintenance, maintaining records, and testing all equipment. This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to install as well as replace electrical components. A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required. It is expected to have fundamentals and basic knowledge of PLC’s, VFD’s, and reading of electrical schematics. This position requires the ability to form most basic electrical tasks with limited or no supervision.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to resolve issues and provide solutions.
Ability to work with HMI’s, PLC’s, VFD’s, electrical schematics, and troubleshooting.
Basic knowledge of low voltage systems.
Basic understanding of a variety of sensors, programming, and analog signals.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
High school diploma or GED-equivalent.
Industrial Electrician certification or equivalent combination of education and training required.
At least 2 years of industrial electrician experience required.

Nice To Haves

Metals recycling and separation experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair motors, VFD’s, PLC’s and electrical components on conveyor systems.
Responsible for assisting with the build, and installation of MCC’s, control panels, and electrical components as specified by the engineering team or customers.
Conduct scheduled maintenance and keep maintenance records.
Observe safety procedures, LOTO, and meet electrical codes.
Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, switch boxes, receptacles and other electrical components with limited supervision.
Test equipment such as digital multimeters, current clamps on Ammeters, etc.
Other job duties as assigned.