INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

John A Biewer Co Inc•Newton, MS

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the installation, modification, maintenance, service and repair of electrical appliances, systems, and related electronic controls and devices by interpreting blueprints, manufacturers’ specifications, and written and verbal instructions.

Requirements

Experience in heavy industrial environment and proficient computer skills.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with various industrial control circuits, and reading prints/schematics.
Basic hydraulic and mechanical knowledge.
Basic Electrical Theory/Circuits; De-energization/Lockout.
Applications of Industrial Sensors – Infrared, Proximity, Limit Switches, etc.
Basic use of PLC software utilization – Ladder Logic, Programming and Troubleshooting
Control Logix (Allen Bradley).
Electrical Control Systems – Energy Management and Electronic Controls.
Networking basics (cable making, troubleshooting, camera systems).
Equipment/asset monitoring (Oper8).
Proficient with variable frequency drives (Allen-Bradley).
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

State electrician licensure or certification desired.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, repair and modify industrial electrical wiring, equipment, instrumentation in accordance with relevant codes and from blueprints, schematics and sketches.
Complete preventive maintenance programs for electrical systems and manufacturing equipment.
Troubleshoot production equipment (motors, switches, starters, and control panel wiring) using electrical and mechanical aptitude.
Observe all safety rules, policies, and precautions. Reports and corrects unsafe work conditions. Submit safety ideas to Safety Committee Members. Complete required safety and regulatory training.
Diagnose repairs and offer recommendations for process flow improvements to industrial control systems, analog and digital applications. Work with outside contractors and vendors on electrical and maintenance projects.
Set up and safely use tools and portable equipment such as electric drills, pipe cutters and threaders, pipe benders, and precision testing and measuring instruments.
Communicate with maintenance team and management of any equipment that is not operating properly.
Prepare reports for work progress and preventative maintenance documents for maintaining equipment.
Follow established departmental housekeeping, safety practices and standard operation procedures.
Provide ideas, innovation and suggestions for continuous improvement and opportunities.