Maintenance Electrician

Novolex•Stockton, CA

29d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Electrician diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems associated with equipment in a manufacturing environment. The role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment used in plant operations, services, and buildings, as well as storing and inventorying spare parts. The electrician uses basic hand and specialty tools and follows established safety procedures. The position is in Stockton, California. Available schedules are 2nd shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed; or 3rd shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed. The employee must be available to train on 1st shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for the first few weeks of employment. Starting pay is $37.44 per hour.

Requirements

At least 5 years of electrical maintenance experience.
Strong electrical and mechanical knowledge of industrial systems and automated technologies.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Basic computer skills.
Experience working with and leading teams successfully.
Training in lockout/tagout procedures.
Must be available to train on 1st shift for the first few weeks of employment.
Must be capable of covering both mechanical and electrical equipment without support on off shifts.

Nice To Haves

A 2-year electrical degree or similar education is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints and wiring diagrams for equipment and facility installation and repair.
Disassemble, repair or replace parts, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, including motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, and fans.
Clean, lubricate, and adjust functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary.
Perform major electrical repairs, including work on 3-phase and 440 systems; troubleshoot PLCs; install equipment; and replace and test electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances.
Use testing instruments such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, testing lamps, or meggers to locate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment.
Replace faulty switches, sockets, and other electrical-system components.
Remove or replace electrical transformers and lighting fixtures.
Perform work according to established safety procedures, including lockout/tagout.
Communicate shift problems to the production supervisor, maintenance lead, acting supervisor, or maintenance supervisor.
Operate equipment needed to perform the job.
Repair parts requiring minor machine work and welding using gas and electric welding equipment.
Cover both mechanical and electrical equipment without support during off shifts.
Maintain operating knowledge of production and service equipment.
Perform other related duties assigned by supervision to contribute to the success of the operation.