Industrial Electrician I

Borusan Mannesmann Pipe•Baytown, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Electrician I inspects, installs, repairs, adjusts, constructs, modifies, calibrates, programs, and wires electrical and electronic apparatus, devices, and circuits in the plant or assigned area. The role also assists with the design and servicing of electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and electromechanical equipment. It requires basic troubleshooting skills and an understanding of PLCs and VFDs used for equipment automation. The employee helps ensure equipment operates in accordance with safety and OEM specifications. The position is in a manufacturing environment that may be hot or cold depending on the weather and is greasy, dirty, and noisy. Work involves lifting, pulling, or pushing materials and products up to 50 pounds, as well as considerable standing and walking. PPE is required, including eye protection, hearing protection, work boots, and hardhats. Loose-fitting clothing and jewelry are not permitted. The role reports to the Department Supervisor. It may involve a flexible or rotating schedule and overtime when needed. The employee may operate a forklift, overhead crane, manlift, and/or carry deck, and has authority to stop an operation when necessary because of imminent safety concerns or possible equipment damage, following the required notification procedure for extended interruptions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to read operating and maintenance instructions, procedure and equipment manuals, and electrical schematic drawings.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and communicate effectively with coworkers.
Manual dexterity for operating machinery.
Ability to run conduit and cable tray, install wiring, and perform terminations.
Knowledge of general manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.
Some knowledge and hands-on experience with PLCs, VFDs, and communication systems.
Some experience with ladder logic and basic troubleshooting of equipment software language.
Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly and effectively.
Ability to work a flexible or rotating schedule, which may require overtime when needed.
Ability to lift, pull, or push materials and products up to 50 pounds and to stand and walk considerable distances.
Ability to use required PPE and comply with workplace clothing and jewelry restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Electrical certification or a technical degree in Industrial Electrical Maintenance and Repair; this is not required if on-the-job training and sufficient work history experience can be validated.
Spanish as a second language.
Exposure to PLC development software, electrical design software, internet software, order processing systems, and project management software.
Previous experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens equipment.
Pre-employment testing may be required.

Responsibilities

Maintain a good working relationship with operating personnel to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
Perform electrical maintenance on facility machinery and equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve electrical malfunctions to OEM specifications.
Routinely check electrical equipment performance and perform assigned preventive maintenance.
Maintain maintenance records and inspection reports, and process work orders.
Follow PPE policies, safety rules, standard operating procedures, and job safety analyses.
Attend and participate in Line-Out meetings to communicate daily activities between incoming and outgoing maintenance shift crews.
Make equipment repairs during the shift to maintain equipment availability for production.
Complete maintenance shift reports and related paperwork.
Participate in production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers as they relate to equipment reliability and availability.
Perform required daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual check sheets established by the Maintenance Department and OEM suppliers.
Prepare reports, forms, records, and related paperwork for the assigned area.
Maintain good housekeeping and keep the work area free and clear of debris.
Stop an operation when necessary for imminent safety concerns or possible equipment damage, and follow the notification procedure for extended interruptions.
Perform other duties as assigned.