Maintenance Electrician

Wabtec•Salem, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Maintenance team, you will perform repairs and preventive maintenance on various types of equipment throughout the facility. You will work to optimize the performance of the equipment and communicate issues, as necessary.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years industrial electrical experience.
Knowledge, skills and abilities to perform installations, repairs and identify items in this category.
Ability to run conduit, wire electric motors (1ø and 3ø), troubleshoot and repair 1ø and 3ø distribution and equipment circuits, wire control panels, design and install 1ø and 3ø circuits, and properly size conductors.
Use a personal computer to research pertinent issues and order materials.
Able to use CMMS.
Possess personal computer skills with ability to fully utilize CMMS.
Working knowledge of contactors, starters, transformers, electrical prints, disconnect switches, fuses, cable drops, limit switches, wiring terminals, buss duct, safety skills, MSDS skills, math skills.
Must demonstrate knowledge and ability to apply GW Hazardous Energy Policy consistently.
Must have appropriate tools to perform repairs and installations.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman license is preferred but not required.
General understanding of National Electrical Code is desired.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and corrects electrical problems.
Repairs/overhauls electrical equipment and controls.
Installs new service drops and circuit breaker panels.
Wires machinery circuits. All done according to wiring diagrams, specifications and NEC.
Other duties as required by management.