Machine Tool Electrician Apprentice
About The Position
Link Engineering Company (LINK) is a premier designer and manufacturer of precision test equipment, specializing in customized solutions for Automotive, Aviation, Off-Highway, Rail, and Civil Engineering industries. Headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, LINK maintains testing laboratories, manufacturing, and support facilities globally. Established in 1935, LINK is a family-owned company that values its customers and employees, offering continuous opportunities for learning and skill development. The company boasts a team with extensive knowledge and decades of hands-on experience. We are seeking a Machine Tool Electrician Apprentice to learn and understand electrical wiring standards, and to be responsible for the electrical assembly and wiring of sub-assemblies or complete machines safely and efficiently under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Trade School certificate or 1 year of experience in electrical assembly, manufacture, or repair
- Able to read and follow basic blueprints specifications to build final product
- Basic knowledge of shop mathematics
- Must be self-motivated and eager to learn, listen and follow directions
- Ability to use a computer
- Ability to speak verbally, and read in English
- Ability to walk.
- Ability to see with corrective lenses.
- Ability to hear.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
- Ability to use a computer.
Nice To Haves
- Forklift Certification preferred
- Overhead crane experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Prioritize LINK safety standards for yourself and others around electrical devices
- Participation in lockout/tagout and arc flash safety courses
- Learn and understand the aspects of the electrical trade to bend conduit both rigid and EMT
- Learn and apply NEC and Link electrical wiring standards
- Learn and understand electrical schematics
- Learn how to layout electrical boxes on machine bases and pulling and terminating wire correctly
- Learn and apply the Link ring out process to check for continuity and correct wiring
- Learn basic electrical troubleshooting using a multimeter
- Learn to use label printers for wire and subplates
- Identify different types of wire, electrical and electronic components
- Report any non-conformance or process change to their supervisor
- Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment
- All other related duties as assigned
- Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job
- Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
