Industrial Electrician
$91,520–$91,520 year
On-siteMemphis, Tennessee, United States
Memphis, Tennessee, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$91,520–$91,520 yearLicense Or CertificationEnterprise
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationEnterprise
Job Summary
Troubleshoot and repair plant electrical equipment, including 480V 3-phase systems, motors, starters, and PLC-based control systems. Install new components such as conduit, lights, and control panels while performing preventive maintenance per company plans. Diagnose issues with production machinery like Case Packers and filling machines, and assist in ordering parts or training other maintenance personnel. Lead less qualified electricians on jobs and maintain industrial process instruments. Respond to emergency callouts and work overtime as needed in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications
- High School Education or equivalent
- Electrical School or Technical training
- 4 –years’ experience as Industrial Electrician
- completion of technical or trade school with one year experience
- troubleshooting and controls experience
- Must have the ability to apply problem solving techniques for the repair and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment
- Must be able to communicate loudly and clearly enough to be heard over normal plant background noise
- Ability to read write, listen to, comprehend, and communicate in English
- Eyesight either natural or corrected must be sufficient to work safely in daylight or dimly lit conditions
- Must demonstrate a proper use and care of all facility required PPE
- Must have good mathematical skills
- Ability to determine root causes of operating errors as well as determine best remedy to repair equipment
- Ability to utilize critical thinking, active listening, oral comprehension, judgment, and decision-making skills
- Ability to utilize deductive and inductive reasoning skills
- Working knowledge of speed, motion, time; and methods involved in production
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematic diagrams
- Knowledge of OSHA Lock Out/Tag Out and Confined Space procedures
- Must be able to troubleshoot problems with scales, VFD's, A/C's, electronic equipment, etc.
- Must have the ability to program and adjust temperature, level and zero speed controls
- Maintain 480V 3 phase electrical system of motors and starters and associated wiring to include replacement
- Diagnose problems in machinery and equipment used in the production facility
- Install conduit and wiring to electrical equipment as required
- Maintain PLC based control systems
- Calibrate and maintain industrial process instruments
- Perform preventative maintenance per the company's preventative maintenance plan
- Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of mechanical equipment as required
- Must be able to lead other less qualified electrical craftsman on jobs
- Have knowledge in properly sizing motors, wiring, breakers and controls on new and older equipment
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment on a daily basis
- Physically present on time, regular attendance
- ability to work overtime, including weekends, nights, holidays, and on a needed basis
- Respond to emergency callouts
- on-call when scheduled
- Must be able to climb(excess of 100 ft)
- lifting
- balancing
- bending
- reaching
- leaning
- stooping
- and handling of materials
Desired Qualifications
- Previous food industry experience
- Electrical Journeymen's License
- Valid US Driver License
- Internal Forklift Certification
- Operate a fork truck, JLG, scissor lift and other mobile equipment
- have the ability to learn to operate
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