Electrician

Morton Salt•Weeks Island, LA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Morton Salt is an iconic company with a strong heritage and a bright future. Since 1848, we have been improving lives and enhancing everyday moments – at home, at work and virtually everywhere in between. We help unlock the flavors in food, make roads and sidewalks safer, improve the water in baths, pools, and homes, and keep businesses and industries running. We are a dedicated team who constantly strives to do better together, and we are passionate about building a sustainable future for our company, the communities in which we operate, and the world around us. By joining our team, you will contribute to producing and delivering every form of salt that enhances everyday life.

Requirements

Successful bidder must be a qualified journeyman.
Requires over (2) to (3) years of general shop and electrical experience to qualify, or through the training program
Knowledge in using hand tools, electrical meter, and testing equipment required
Strong knowledge in troubleshooting of motor controls, drives, and electronic components
Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics
Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds
Proven attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently required

Responsibilities

Completes installations, maintenance of electrical lines, electrical repairs, and construction work in the mine.
Inspects and tests electrical lighting, signal, and communication and power circuits.
Diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatuses and components.
Applies an extensive level of knowledge of electrical work, and a working knowledge of most of the shop skills, i.e., electric and gas welding, black smithing, rigging, pipe fitting, machine tool setup and operation, sheet metal layout and working, heavy and light machinery repair, construction, maintenance and installation, etc.
Operates mobile equipment, such as a fork truck, crane, and winch truck.
Orders parts as necessary for repairs or provide proper and correct information for parts to be ordered.
Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs electrical equipment and systems utilizing technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
Uses complex electrical schematics and blueprints to troubleshoot and correct problems.
Performs some painting and carpentry work and occasionally will assist in the training those with lesser skills.
Assists electricians of higher classifications, or within his capabilities, works alone and directs the work of others.
Operates any and all plant tools necessary in this electrical work.
Performs routine tasks such as greasing, oiling, cleaning, and inspection of equipment and attachments.
Locates and remedies electrical trouble in most of the plant’s various machines, equipment, and installations.
Charges and services batteries both underground and above ground.
Keeps working area neat and orderly, and tools clean and in good repair.
Does other jobs of a related nature as directed.
On occasion, as a matter of training, may be given tasks of a skill normally required of an electrician of a higher classification.
Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices and FDA regulations as directed.