Journeyman Electrician

GES Career•Shakopee, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Electrician will conduct, maintain, test and repair electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components in an industrial setting primarily on Aggregate Equipment Power Systems. Apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and apply skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provide skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing.

Requirements

Must share our Core Values: Do the Right Thing, Be Curious, Have Passion, and Be Innovative.
Educational background must include a high school diploma and two years of formal technical training.
Must have proven knowledge of the principles of electricity and electrical design.
Valid MN Electrician License.
Must be a licensed journeyman electrician or an experienced apprentice electrician willing/able obtain their journeyman license.
Two years of Journeyman’s experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures from blueprints, schematics and sketches or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
1-2 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
Exposed to high voltage electricity.
Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain an insurable driving record.
Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
Must be highly safety conscious.
Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting.
Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.
Must be willing to travel as there may be some overnight field service work involved from time to time, this may also include traveling with very short notice at times.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair Electrical systems/components controlling mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power generation equipment in an Industrial setting including but not limited to Programmable/Numeral Controls, PLC’s, Drives, VFD’s, Switch Gear Panels and Power Supplies, Sensors, Gauges and Test Equipment.
Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
Assists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
Performs other duties as required.