Industrial Electrician - Austin Industrial (Tempe, AZ)

Austin Careers•Tempe, AZ

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrician will assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. They will diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing all aspects of electrical power distribution systems with utilization voltages of 480V, 4,160V and 13.8KV, as well as AC induction motors of all types, single and three phases. The electrician will develop a working knowledge of various PLC manufacturers and control systems for troubleshooting and interlock testing, and maintain professional working relationships with multi-discipline maintenance teams. Safety awareness and adherence to plant safety procedures are paramount. The role requires proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, connecting wires to components, inspecting electrical systems for hazards, and advising management on equipment safety. Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits, repairing or replacing wiring and equipment, and working from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs are also key duties. The electrician will place conduit and pull wires through it, and must be able to perform work while wearing various types of personal protective equipment. The job requires full range of mobility in the upper and lower body, the ability to reach overhead, work in various positions (stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting), use hands to handle objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, work at heights, and balance for extended periods.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in an industrial setting.
Must be proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
Must be able to perform work wearing personnel protective equipment.
Must be able to perform work with full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; work at heights; balance for extended periods of time.
Must pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check, as condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Develop a working knowledge of various PLC manufactures and Control systems to assist with troubleshooting and interlock testing.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
Troubleshoot and repair all aspects of electrical power distribution system with utilization voltages of 480V, 4,160V and 13.8KV.
Troubleshoot and repair AC induction motors of all types, single and three phases.
Utilize and become proficient with various electrical test equipment including but not limited to: VOM, insulation resistance tester, micro-ohmmeter, Motor Circuit Analyzer (MCE).
Develop a working knowledge of various PLC manufactures and Control systems to assist with troubleshooting and interlock testing.
Maintain a professional working relationship with multi discipline maintenance teams.
Maintain proper safety awareness and follow plant safety procedures in all activities.
Perform other duties as assigned or required by supervisor.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
Perform work wearing personnel protective equipment. Including but not limited to the following: rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, sand blast hoods, fire resistant coveralls, hard hat, ear plugs and safety glasses.
Perform work with full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; work at heights; balance for extended periods of time.