Maintenance Facility Electrician

Ashley Furniture Industries•Mesquite, TX

About The Position

The job of Facilities Electrician is for the purpose/s of installing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading electrical systems and equipment plant wide. This individual will also identify repair and/or replacement needs, assist others as required providing information on the proper uses of equipment and ensuring adequate materials are available to complete a job in a timely manner.

Requirements

Valid State Electrician License - Current journeyman or master electrician license in good standing
Electrical Experience - Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in commercial or industrial electrical systems including power distribution, motor controls, and lighting systems
Voltage Proficiency - Demonstrated ability to safely work with low voltage (120V) through high voltage (480V) electrical systems
Blueprint Reading - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one-line drawings, and control logic diagrams

Nice To Haves

Building Automation & Controls Experience - Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), and building management systems (BMS)
Industrial Maintenance Background - Experience in manufacturing or large-scale facility environments with production equipment and conveyor systems
Technical Education - Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or related field

Responsibilities

Install electrical systems in new construction
Troubleshoot and access electrical power, lighting, control and equipment to determine cause of electrical distribution equipment failure.
Install, modify and upgrade new and existing electrical systems, components parts and other related electrical equipment.
Repair damaged electrical equipment, conduit and conductors.
Performs other duties as assigned to assist the company’s overall objectives
Always operate in a safe manner and use safe work habits while performing job function.
Notify supervisor immediately in the event of a faulty machine and/or defective materials.
Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in performance of all job functions.
Trouble shoot equipment and machinery as requested.
Performs minor maintenance of the equipment. Performs routine record keeping as required.
Operates other equipment in the Machine Shop such as saws, grinders, drills and various other equipment as required. Examine materials and work for defects to ensure conformance to specifications.
Work from shop drawings, blueprints, sketches, work orders and verbal instructions as required to complete tasks assigned.
Maintain a clean and orderly work and shop area.