Electrician apprentice Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Assist with mechanics to identify working condition of existing equipment on production floor

Restore / repair existing automated industrial control equipment for production needs.

Interface and support new / existing automated industrial control equipment to existing ones by modifying PLC and HMI systems

Diagnose and replace faulty hydraulic and pneumatic electric components of machinery and equipment controls

Install, troubleshoot, and repair electric components including but not limited to conduit, enclosures, control panels, sensors, motors, safety circuits, etc. (120V, 240V, and 480V)

Install and maintain industrial control equipment and instrumentation, including loop controls, variable frequency drives (VFD’s), control panels, and load balancing

Assist in preventative maintenance on different machineries and equipment on a regular basis to minimize downtime hours

Assist with specifications for electrical work orders

Abided by all safety protocols at work including Lock Out - Tag Out (LOTO), high voltage electrical, personal protective equipment, risk assessment and work permits, etc.

Move heavy equipment to different areas of the plant using forklifts, powered pallet jacks and hoist systems

Safely use scissor lifts and other equipment to reach heights of up to 50 feet

Perform other duties assigned

Qualifications

GED or high school diploma required

Minimum 3-5 years of automated industrial electrical experience, preferably in food manufacturing

PLC programming with Allen Bradley preferred; other platforms such as Siemens, Mitsubishi desired

Thorough understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems

Ability to weld iron and stainless steel parts for machineries and equipment

Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheet and the different hazards of chemicals used in the industry

Ability to read schematics, AutoCAD drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing manuals

Ability to work flexible schedule depending on the operational needs

Must be a team player with excellent people and organization skills

Computer literacy including MS suite, Google Apps and other professional software.

Bilingual in Spanish and English ( required)

Physical requirements include frequent lifting up to 25 lbs., occasional lifting up to 50 lbs., and infrequent lifting up to 100 lbs. For instances when an employee is required to lift more than 50 lbs and 100 lbs they must work in teams of two or use the proper equipment and tools for the job / task at hand. Ability to walk on concrete and uneven surfaces for at least 2 hours or more; ability to sit, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; occasional working at heights above 10 ft; exposure to bright light, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, gas, chemicals, etc.

Additional Information

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