Electrician
Vets Hired•Port Jervis, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in an industrial environment. The role performs preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical panels, HVAC systems, train control systems, propulsion equipment, lighting, communication systems, braking systems, and other electrical components while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Pass an Electrician Aptitude Test.
- Knowledge of Ohm's Law, digital circuits, instrumentation, communications, and computers.
- Experience with control valves, transmitters, PLCs, and electrical troubleshooting.
- Understanding of high-voltage systems, transformers, grounding systems, and fuses.
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems using multimeters, voltage testers, and related tools.
- Ability to read electrical blueprints and circuit diagrams.
- Successfully complete pre-employment screenings including drug test, physical, and background checks.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PLC programming, VFDs, industrial Ethernet, and industrial control systems.
- Experience installing, repairing, and troubleshooting commercial or industrial electrical wiring.
- Military heavy equipment maintenance experience.
- Trade school, electrical, diesel-mechanical, or technical training.
- Knowledge of industrial electrical systems and power distribution.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, HVAC systems, propulsion systems, lighting, communication systems, and braking systems.
- Install, service, and repair electrical panels, wiring, lighting fixtures, and electrical machinery.
- Replace defective air filters, relays, control boards, pressure switches, and HVAC components.
- Diagnose faulty motors and electrical components using testing equipment.
- Perform safety inspections and operational tests on doors, braking systems, and control systems.
- Repair and maintain electrical components on presses, cranes, motors, and industrial equipment.
- Remove and replace defective electrical parts using hand tools, power tools, cranes, and hoists.
- Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and circuit diagrams.
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment issues.
- Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety procedures and regulations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
