Maintenance Electrician - 1st shift

Summary

Under direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Electrician is responsible for the general upkeep on buildings/equipment’s electrical systems. This entails inspecting the premises, performing routine maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment. Replacing electrical appliances is necessary, so the ability to read blueprints and abide by the National Electric Code is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Inspect on a routine basis electrical equipment, wiring, fixtures and other components to ensure they remain functional and are up to code, as well as to identify any hazards or issues.
• Determine the reasons for any malfunctions of systems or components, and create a maintenance or repair plan to solve the problem.
• Repair electrical systems, wiring, circuit breakers, equipment and other components so that they remain at full functioning capacity.
• Test systems with devices such as voltmeters, oscilloscopes and ohmmeters to ensure the system remains safe and that components are compatible.
• Review blueprints to understand the placement of wiring or to comprehend the working of the equipment to provide the right service and repairs.
• Ensure all routine maintenance work is handled on a regular schedule to reduce the risk of larger and more complex issues and to reduce costs.
• Performs routine electrical and mechanical maintenance on equipment as well as new equipment installations
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or other management leader

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Requires education generally equivalent to a high school diploma, plus some specialized training.
• 1-3 years in manufacturing environment
• 3-5 years’ experience in electrical maintenance or associated work
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Experience providing manufacturing equipment troubleshooting and repair
• Must have a valid driver’s license & ability to travel between Wisconsin locations

Other skills

• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code Standards
• Steel or metal shop experience a plus
• Ability to identify potential issues or hazards
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail. Desire to provide quality work
• Time management skills/ ability to prioritize