Electrician - 3rd shift

Nesco Resource•Warren, MI

About The Position

The Electrician performs maintenance, repairs, continuous improvement work, and new installations on plant equipment and machinery with limited direction. The role supports manufacturing operations through teamwork, timely troubleshooting, and safe, professional, efficient completion of wiring projects and installations according to electrical line-ups and documentation. The position requires knowledge of industrial electrical and mechanical practices, codes, and standards; safe work practices involving high-voltage circuits; and experience troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and robotic systems. The Electrician uses schematics, ladder diagrams, meters, and diagnostic instruments to troubleshoot low- and high-voltage AC/DC systems, and develops PLC troubleshooting skills. The role also participates in preventive and predictive maintenance, supports equipment uptime, and follows designated work instructions and applicable regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Electrical Journeyman's card or equivalent work experience.
Ability to pass an Electrician aptitude test.
Knowledge of industrial, mechanical, and electrical codes, techniques, and standards.
Familiarity with government regulations for industry and safe work practices involving high-voltage circuits.
Strong background in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic-arm, and general machine troubleshooting.
Experience with electrical schematics and ladder diagrams.
Expertise using meters and diagnostic instruments to evaluate low- and high-voltage electrical systems and AC/DC circuits.
Ability to read electrical schematics, specify and gather materials, and complete wiring installations or repairs with minimal supervision.
Familiarity with complex machinery, electrical circuits, and plant operating equipment.
Self-motivation, a sense of urgency, and a good work ethic while working safely.
Interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair machinery and equipment with minimal supervision, using safe electrical techniques, schematics, and diagnostic instruments.
Perform mechanical functions and incidental work needed to complete assigned tasks; verify equipment functionality and leave work areas clean and safe.
Respond to requests from the maintenance supervisor or support personnel and prioritize work to maximize equipment uptime.
Maintain required tools, including electrical meters and diagnostic devices, and use diagnostic tools and schematics to identify problem areas and support resolution.
Develop PLC skills to troubleshoot controls-related issues.
Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance programs and recommend improvements or changes to maintenance systems and tasks when applicable.
Follow work instructions for preventive-maintenance work orders, continuous-improvement tasks, new-installation line-ups, and repair or refurbishment assignments.
Update drawings and prints; suggest spare parts and suitable replacements; run conduit, wire-way, and power drops; and build, label, and wire panels and boxes according to line-ups and schematics.
Follow standard practices and governmental regulations and laws relating to powered equipment.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and management.