Maintenance Electrician

Evonik•Lafayette, IN

24d

About The Position

As a Maintenance Electrician at Evonik, you will join a multi-skilled Central Maintenance team responsible for improvement projects and routine maintenance that keep site equipment running safely and reliably. You will work closely with maintenance, reliability, plant engineering, energy management, and operations teams to improve coordination and reduce equipment downtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Journeyman Wireman Apprenticeship Program.
At least six years of industrial electrical experience.
Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and industrial electrical safety practices.
Proven troubleshooting skills and strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to read, interpret, and redline electrical schematics.
Hands-on experience with lighting, heat tracing, production equipment, motors, motor controls, and power distribution systems.
Experience installing fiber-optic systems.
Strong computer skills and written and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to responsive customer service.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-craft industrial environment.
Ability to complete all required Internal Training Program (ITP).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with the department.

Responsibilities

Perform work in accordance with company quality, safety, environmental, and cGMP policies and procedures.
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems and equipment to support safe, reliable operations.
Complete preventive maintenance and respond to unplanned equipment issues based on business needs.
Review, update, and maintain accurate electrical drawings and documentation.
Execute the weekly work schedule and adjust priorities to address urgent maintenance requests.
Support engineering and capital projects from initial concept through installation and qualification.
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities that improve reliability, reduce costs, and strengthen customer service.
Participate in safety initiatives, follow site and trade-specific safety procedures, wear required PPE, and report hazards promptly.
Train new employees, share technical knowledge with peers, and maintain all required training.
Maintain accurate, timely records in SAP/PM; follow documentation and deviation-reporting requirements; and keep work areas clean and orderly.