Maintenance Technician II - Electrical

GE Appliances, a Haier company • Decatur, AL

87d • $38

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make 'good things, for life.' As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. Interested in joining us on our journey? $3000 Sign On Bonus We are now hiring for ALL shifts! The starting pay rate for this position is $38.32/hr + $1.50 Shift Differential. This position will be part of a maintenance team in a high volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Manager, this position will perform various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in electrical repair and maintenance.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, GED or GED equivalent AND Associates Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical field or similar with minimum 3 years of experience in electrical maintenance position in an industrial/manufacturing environment, OR Equivalent trade school certification/license with minimum 5 years of experience in the electrical field with experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical training with military service with 7 years' experience in maintenance in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Must have work experience with AC/DC power & process logic controllers (PLC) used in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated multi-craft skills & proficient in at least one additional craft such as pneumatics, welding, injection molding, hydraulics or millwright.
• Must be able to read and interpret detailed drawings and prints.
• Must be able to use a wide range of powered-hand tools (air/electric guns) and vibratory tools/equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Team oriented and work well with others.
• Ability to work any shift as needed with the ability to change shifts, work overtime, holidays and weekends as required.
• Capable of attaining annual medical clearance for respirator usage as well as medical clearance to all areas of the plant.
• Able to obtain and maintain a fork truck certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, troubleshooting/repairing electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives, Process Logic Controllers, Servo Drives, Setting and adjusting Parameters and replacement of such devices.
• Thorough knowledge of electricity to include AC & DC power, single phase and 3 phase power.
• Maintaining/troubleshooting/repairing hydraulic/pneumatic/electrical/mechanical equipment and pumps.
• Basic knowledge of PLC's to include reading and modifying.
• Performing preventive maintenance.
• Completing shop records and use reporting systems following established procedures.
• Adjusting manufacturing equipment and testing machinery for accuracy.
• Assisting other maintenance persons with equipment repair.
• Using a wide range of powered-hand tools (air/electric guns) and vibratory tools/equipment.
• Working in a safe manner at all times being aware of potential hazards in the area and safeguarding.

Benefits

• $3000 Sign On Bonus
• Starting pay rate of $38.32/hr + $1.50 Shift Differential

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees