Electrical Maintenance Tech

The responsibilities of this job consist of troubleshooting electrical/electronic components throughout the plant. Replaces worn or unserviceable equipment. Wire new or existing equipment. This associate works closely with company engineers to install new processes. Must be able to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and diagnose electrical problems. An associate must be able to order and keep records and track of electronic components used in the department. The associate is accountable to the Department Superintendent for the operation and repair of all assigned equipment. The performance standard of this job is to minimize downtime on assigned machinery and to ensure maximum plant production. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Troubleshooting of all electrical/electronic equipment throughout the plant. - Performs scheduled preventive maintenance. - Troubleshoot equipment controlled by printed circuitry. - Build new electrical control panels. - Assist other associates in their duties. - Train associates on new equipment. - Must follow safety rules prescribed by the plant. - Assist other personnel in the performance of their duties. - Assist Plant Engineer in special projects. - Must be able to read at a 12th-grade or above reading level to perform assigned duties by company standards. - Must be able to meet plant work schedules and attendance requirements as specified in company policies. - Must be able to wear respirator/dust mask, hearing protection, and other required protective pieces of equipment. JOB LOCATION: Plant Shop and throughout the entire physical plant. EQUIPMENT: Digital multimeter - with amp probe, analog multimeter, voltage tester, meter, logic probe, all types of hand tools, pliers, wire cutter, tape, screwdrivers, crimpers, wire strippers, wrenches, equipment lockouts, and other small hand tools. 1 of 2 Maintenance Electrician Master (cont.) CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE: Safe repair of equipment, proper lifting/handling techniques. Mechanical understanding of machinery (purpose, function, problems, repair), diagnostic / troubleshooting ability. Must be able to work with other associates to keep machinery in production. Reading done while on the job, tape measures, gauges, drill and tap sizes, die sizes, electrical blueprints, electrical testing equipment readings, electrical parts data, machine manuals, preventive maintenance computer printouts. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Miscellaneous duties for resource manager, other staff associates, and hourly associates. Housekeeping after job completion, assist other associates as needed to complete repairs or maintenance. * Management reserves the right to add or change these essential functions at any time.