Electrician Apprentice

CRH Americas • Pompano Beach, FL

29d

About The Position

This role is responsible for ensuring proper electrical functioning of plant equipment, tools, and machinery and to troubleshoot any electrical malfunctioning, and complete appropriate repairs and maintenance.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or completion of Technical School and Apprenticeship program or equivalent in training, experience, and education
• At least 5 years of industrial experience in electrical support and maintenance functions
• Must have been employed as an electrician or electrician apprentice within the past 18 months
• Must be knowledgeable of OSHA safety requirements, especially those related to electrical operations and  components
• Knowledge of hydraulics, mechanics, electricity, carpentry, or related field preferred
• Able to read and understand electrical schematics and blueprints
• Working knowledge of three-phase motors, programmable controls, circuits, and National Electrical Code
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Requires often climbing, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, and twisting
• Able to use tools and equipment to repair and provide maintenance while standing, crouching, stretching, extending extremities and under extreme work environments

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of hydraulics, mechanics, electricity, carpentry, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Install, adjust, and repair production equipment and special purpose machines as assigned
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts, and complete tasks as assigned
• Weld and use cutting torch as required
• Perform general repairs to plant structures
• Test and troubleshoot malfunctioning machinery, determine repairs and discuss with head mechanic for approval and repair as needed
• Replace faulty parts, electrical wires, motors, controls, and circuit boards
• Install equipment and electrical components and test to ensure proper functioning
• Maintain and repair all existing electrical equipment in the production areas
• Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and assembly schematic drawings
• Calibrate and adjust all electrical/electronic equipment according to manufacturer's specifications
• Do minor programming and maintenance for programmable logic controller based equipment
• Dismantle equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools
• Lubricate and clean parts and equipment to ensure proper operation

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees