Electrician

Alkegen•Buffalo, NY

15d•$40 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a talented and qualified Electrician who has proven experience with the safe and effective execution of electrical system repairs on industrial equipment. Working a rotating shift schedule to support continuous production operations, you will be responsible for safely executing a variety of electrical troubleshooting and repair work. The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of motors, indicating systems, transformers, switchboards (low voltage), motor controllers, circuit breakers, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and other electrical equipment essential for production performance in a manufacturing facility. Must be a team player with strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety. In this position, you should also be able to make decisions, troubleshoot, and perform repairs with little to no supervision.

Requirements

Must be able to work well in a team environment as part of a 12 hour shift crew.
High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, hand tools, and industrial equipment.
Good communication skills.
Strong attention to detail with good applied mathematical skills.
Willing to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lift heavy objects, climbing ladders, crawling, etc.
Must comply with all Federal, State, Local and Company rules and regulations on Health, Safety and Environmental issues.
Responsible for maintaining Alkegen's highest level of safety standards on site including identifying and correcting unsafe conditions and unsafe acts.
Will embody Alkegen's core safety principles including but not limited to The Seven Safety Absolutes, use of PPE, and Safe Standards of Work at all times.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment and systems for emergency repairs.
Works from schematics, drawings, layouts or other specifications to install and test electrical systems or equipment
Perform Preventive Maintenance Systems tests and inspections, documenting results.
Review and interpret engineering specifications, schematics, and blueprints to determine work procedures.
Uses test instruments to determine faults and replaces components
Work with a range of hand tools including electrical test equipment.
Determine which machines, techniques, and tools to use when moving equipment and completing jobs.
Assists specialists and engineers in making more complex repairs.
Comply with all plant safety directives