Facilities Electrician

Caterpillar•Mabank, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Electrician installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems in manufacturing facility environments. The role supports facility systems, coordinates with contractors, resolves technical issues, and documents maintenance and repairs while meeting applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and organizational requirements. The position level may vary depending on experience, certifications, and licensing. The work includes installing and upgrading electrical systems, diagnosing and correcting faults, and supporting safe, efficient facility operations. The electrician also works with contractors, vendors, tradespeople, project managers, and team members, and may provide direction or training to workers performing electrical work. This position is onsite five days a week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems.
Strong working knowledge of commercial electrical systems.
Ability to work effectively with team members and contractors.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Demonstrated attention to safety and strong time-management skills.
Skill in the safe and efficient use of electrical tools and equipment.
Must maintain all applicable electrical licenses.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Electrician certification.
At least 2 years of experience in construction, facilities maintenance, or a related field.
Associate degree or completion of technical training in electrical systems.
Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and VFD programming.
Experience working with CMMS systems.
Prior or current exposure to a Solar Turbines manufacturing environment.
Experience with Solar Turbines processes and SOPs.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems in commercial, industrial, residential, and facility-based settings.
Install wiring, fixtures, conduit, equipment, and systems in accordance with local and national electrical codes.
Assemble, test, maintain, and repair electrical components and equipment.
Diagnose malfunctioning electrical systems and carry out corrective repairs and system upgrades.
Read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings; plan wiring, equipment, and fixture layouts.
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and program and diagnose Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
Conduct point-of-work risk assessments, follow Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash procedures, and identify electrical hazards and defects.
Maintain compliance with building, electrical, safety, company, and regulatory requirements.
Monitor contractor performance and coordinate with vendors, tradespeople, contractors, and project managers to meet project deadlines and budgets.
Maintain documentation, records, and work orders in the CMMS system.
Assist and support team members during installation and repair work, and provide training or direction to workers performing electrical work.
Safely operate electrical tools and instruments, ladders, scissor lifts, and boom lifts, including when working on roofs and elevated surfaces.