Maintenance Electrician

Description

Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but not intended to be an all inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs electrical work necessary to maintain all operating and service equipment using standard and specialized tools and equipment.
• Understands and applies practical knowledge of AC and DC electrical principles, ladder logic, PLC and basic industrial electronics. Interprets and analyzes electrical blueprints, schematic and wiring diagrams. Lines up power distribution system to meet operating conditions and records meter readings.
• Participates in shift change activities including but not limited to communicating problems, issues, etc. with appropriate personnel, keeping supervisor apprised of such, completing appropriate documentation, logs, etc.; maintaining responsibility for operating area until properly relieved of duty by shift personnel or other authorized personnel.
• Receives and follows instructions on scheduled or emergency repair, installation and inspection work to be performed. Inspects equipment for loose, worn or defective parts; misalignment and improper lubrication. Makes repairs and adjustments for proper operation and maintenance of operating units, overhead cranes, conveyors, building and mobile equipment.
• Locates and diagnoses trouble and determines material and replacement parts / tools needs and most expedient method of making repairs. Notifies supervision of mechanical / electrical issues, impending delays to units and assistance or material needs for repairs. Notifies responsible parties for safety, environmental and production requirements.
• Repairs, replaces, installs, dismantles, assembles, adjusts, maintains and lubricates mechanical / electrical equipment. Including but not limited to, motors, generators, control panels, relays, interlocking control systems, circuit breakers, static switching units, electronic devices, lighting and distribution systems, communication systems, etc. Performs mechanical work pertaining to the repair, installation and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Uses power tools, hand tools, test equipment, conduit bending, instrumentation testing and related equipment in making repairs and installations.
• Trains and coaches new employees in Standard Operating Procedures of assigned work tasks, Job Safety Analyses, safe work practices, and hazard recognition.
• Demonstrate and maintain behaviors that proactively support safe work practices while recognizing and communicating conditions of potential risk.
• Performs mechanical / electrical repairs and preventative maintenance as required in connection with their scope of work.
• Prepares and completes required reports and forms including but not limited to work orders, permit applications, maintenance logs, inspection sheets, shift logs. Informs other crew members of any unusual conditions and pending work
• Operates equipment in conformance with established standard operating procedures, with respect to safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• May work alone, with minimum supervision, and works with others
• Coordinates and works in conjunction with Operators and Technicians in the performance of maintenance tasks.
• Responsible for initiating and maintaining housekeeping to meet or exceed established standards in job areas and in common areas of plant including but not limited to vehicles.
• Responsible for functioning as a team member to meet or exceed plant targets.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and in use of equipment to improve safety and increase efficiency of shop or work crew
• Performs other duties as assigned

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