Apprentice Electrician

Vista Minerals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Apprentice Electrician to support the Plant Electrician in maintaining and repairing a variety of electrical equipment. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting of electrical systems, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a foundational understanding of 3-phase power systems and electrical components, along with the ability to work in a dynamic environment. If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity offers a great pathway to grow your skills and contribute to operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical troubleshooting experience required.
• Basic understanding of 3-phase power supply and electrical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and inspections.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

3-Phase Power Supply

Blueprints and Wiring Diagrams

Preventive Maintenance

Detail Oriented

Safety Compliance

Education

2+ years of experience in electrical repair

Tools

PLC Systems

Test Equipment

Mobile Equipment (Forklift, Telehandler)

Job description

The Apprentice Electrician’s position is to assist the Plant Electrician troubleshoot, calibrate, repair, and maintain all plant electrical, instrumentation, and electronic equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Basic understanding of working with 480VAC, 3 Phase electricity in an industrial environment.
• Basic understanding of installation, repair, and maintenance of a variety of electrical equipment such as transformers, motors, VFD’s, PLC’s, heating units, conduit systems, and other electrical equipment and components.
• Basic understanding of repair, replacement of and installation of: sensors, actuators, transformers, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, electric eyes, conduit systems, switches, defective wiring, etc.
• Basic ability to disassemble, inspect, reassemble, troubleshoot, repair, and replace malfunctioning parts or equipment (motors, switches, sensors, input/output boards, controllers, servos, gears, sprockets, chains, etc.) using test equipment.
• Basic knowledge to troubleshoot and repair a diverse range of electrical equipment throughout the plant (Example: Instrumentation circuits, motor control circuits, low and medium voltage drives, monitoring analyzers).
• Inspects and performs daily maintenance on all plant machinery, mobile equipment, HVAC Systems, PLC networks.
• Basic understanding of PLC programs, setting up HMIs, maintaining automation records.
• Previous experience in operating mobile equipment to transfer product/material as needed while following all safety rules and regulations (i.e. forklift, telehandler, manlift).
• Maintain housekeeping and sanitation of work area, equipment, and spare parts storage areas.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance procedures, complete record of inspections as required.
• Basic ability to diagnose malfunctioning apparatus and replace damaged wires and cables.
• Connects power supply wires to and between machines and equipment.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, and position sensing devices.
• Comply with safety standards and procedures.
• Works closely with Operations, Plant Electrician, and Mechanics to ensure that the plant runs efficiently.

JOB SKILLS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of electrical troubleshooting and repair or similar experience.
• Basic understanding of 3-phase power supply, feeders, and current limiting devices.
• Basic understanding of blueprints and wiring diagrams to plan and execute electrical repairs and installations.
• Experience working with electrical motors, relays, switches, sensors, and lighting fixtures.
• Basic knowledge and navigation of NEC codes.
• PLC and instrumentation experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deal with changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level that allows for the safe and accurate performance of job duties.
• Be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays to service emergency needs.
• Detail oriented with work and record keeping.
• Motivated and willing to work individually or with others.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is based inside and outside of the processing plant facility and on a mine site.
• Position requires the ability to lift, carry or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Typically bends, stops, and crouches on a regular basis.
• This is a safety-sensitive job with safety-sensitive job duties.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. Must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen, physical, and background check.

EEO Statement

Vista Minerals provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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