Industrial Electrician 3rd shift

Ametek, Inc. • Collegeville, PA

19h

About The Position

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the 3rd shift electrician is responsible for industrial electrical work, including 480-volt work, throughout the manufacturing facility. The position works 12 a.m.–8 a.m. Monday through Friday, with the shift beginning at midnight Sunday night, and requires working every other weekend from 12 a.m.–8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. After working seven consecutive days, the electrician is eligible for two days off. The position is part of the United Steel Worker Union. Overtime is paid for hours worked over eight in a day and for weekend work; Sundays are paid at double time. No travel is required.

The successful candidate will maintain and repair machinery and electrical systems, troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, install communication wiring and electrical components, and transfer pertinent information between shifts. The role also includes confirming the identity of people attempting to enter the main gate, directing them to the appropriate location, and notifying appropriate STC personnel of their arrival. Compensation and electrician job level are determined by successful completion and verification of levels in the Industrial Electrician Skill Level Chart specified in the Union Contract.

The role requires frequent walking, bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching; frequent lifting up to 15 pounds and occasional lifting over 30 pounds; and sufficient dexterity to handle and manipulate small tools. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures. A comprehensive hair-follicle drug screen covering the prior three months is required as a condition of employment; medical marijuana cards are not accepted.

Requirements

• Four years of experience as an industrial electrician working with 480 volts.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to read wiring schematics.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and assess electrical problems with production machinery, use resources to maximize quality and productivity, and read and interpret wiring schematics.
• Ability to work with forklifts, scissor lifts, micrometer gauges, electrician tools, power tools, cranes, ladders, and associated tooling, equipment, and hand tools.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent walking, bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching; lifting up to 15 pounds frequently and over 30 pounds occasionally; and handling small tools.
• Successful completion of a comprehensive hair-follicle drug screen is required as a condition of employment; medical marijuana cards are not accepted.
• Ability to work the 3rd shift schedule and every other weekend.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PLC and motor controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair machinery and electrical issues throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Troubleshoot equipment by tracing and testing circuits and using schematics.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment with electrical components.
• Help maintain and install communication wiring and cables.
• Fabricate parts as required and install conduit, fittings, fixtures, and wiring.
• Confirm the identity of parties attempting to enter the main gate, direct them to the appropriate location, and inform appropriate STC personnel of their arrival.
• Transfer pertinent information between shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed