Press Maintenance Electrician

Challenge Manufacturing•Holland, MI

42d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for plant layout, alterations, additions, and repairs of electrical systems, light fixtures, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the building. The electrician assembles, installs, tests, maintains, diagnoses, inspects, and repairs electrical and electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures in accordance with applicable codes and safety requirements. The role also includes planning installations, working from sketches or blueprints, training apprentices, maintaining records, and supporting emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Four years of experience as an industrial electrician.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
Minimum of three years’ experience working in and/or servicing manufacturing environments as an industrial electrician.

Nice To Haves

State Licensed Electrician / Journeyman Card holder.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures using hand and power tools in accordance with local and national codes.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools, locate the cause of breakdowns, and correct problems.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components for hazards, defects, adjustment or repair needs, and code compliance.
Advise management whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Test electrical systems and circuit continuity using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes to ensure system compatibility and safety.
Maintain a current state electrical license to meet governmental regulations.
Plan the layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
Direct and train apprentices in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine wiring and equipment locations and ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
Use power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment such as motors.
Maintain records and files, prepare reports, and order supplies and equipment.
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Run conduit inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
Construct and fabricate parts using hand tools and specifications.
Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches for conduit and moving or lifting heavy objects.
Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
Assist during emergencies by operating floodlights and generators, placing flares, and driving needed vehicles.