CRAFT ASSISTANT - CRAFT TECHNICIAN - Electrician Apprentice

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a hands-on Electrical Technician to safely perform electrical work, procure materials, and support remodeling and new construction for test engines and laboratories.

The role requires reading blueprints and one-line diagrams, troubleshooting electrical systems, and ability to operate hand tools and shop equipment. A valid driver’s license is required, with a rotating call-out schedule for emergencies.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years electrical work experience in residential/commercial settings.
• Reading blueprints/one-line diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to order materials as needed.

Aufgaben

• Safely apply knowledge of the National Electrical Code to all electrical work.
• Follow written and verbal instruction; learn to safely operate hand tools and shop equipment.
• Safely repair electrical malfunctions in buildings and laboratories.
• Perform conduit bending using manual and electric benders.
• Takeoffs and assist in ordering required materials.
• Maintain good attendance and organize work.
• Support electrical technicians and engineers in developing electrical systems for testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair/replace motors and motor starters, solenoids, breakers, fuses, pumps.
• Be on rotating call-out schedule for emergencies.

Kenntnisse

Blueprint reading

Electrical knowledge

Problem solving

Hand tools

Shop equipment

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical test equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Who We Are

With almost 70 years of experience as an independent research, development, and evaluation laboratory for fuels and lubricants, we are well qualified to tackle challenges affecting marine vessels and locomotives, trucks and automobiles, and even hand-held power tools. By joining our team, you will receive an additional 500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Who We Are

With almost 70 years of experience as an independent research, development, and evaluation laboratory for fuels and lubricants, we are well qualified to tackle challenges affecting marine vessels and locomotives, trucks and automobiles, and even hand-held power tools. By joining our team, you will receive an additional 500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Role

Objectives of this Role:

• Safely perform electrical work.
• Procure materials for electrical work.
• Support building remodeling, maintenance and new construction.
• Support new and existing test engine set ups.
• Be on a rotating call-out schedule to perform emergency repairs on nights and weekends.
• Works to meet completion deadlines while occasionally working overtime.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Safely apply knowledge of the National Electrical Code to all electrical work.
• Follow written and verbal instruction and be able learn to safely operate hand tools as well as larger shop equipment (i.e. drill press, band saws).
• Safely repair electrical malfunctions in a timely manner and troubleshoot electrical issues for buildings and laboratories with their own tools and tools provide by the shop.
• Safely perform conduit bending using manual and electric benders.
• Perform job takeoff and assist in ordering the required materials to perform the job.
• Have good work attendance, good work ethic, basic tools, and be organized.
• Assist in support work with electrical technicians and engineers to develop the electrical systems for new testing and upgrade of older tests and components.
• Safely follows written and verbal instructions to troubleshoot and repair/replace motors and motor starters, solenoids breakers, fuses, pumps and occasionally support the maintenance technicians.
• Will be required to be on a rotating call out schedule.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years: Experience performing electrical work in a residential/commercial setting. Assisting to troubleshoot electrical repairs.
• 0-2 years: Troubleshoot equipment and motors to verify needed repairs.
• Reading blueprints and one-line diagrams.
• Assisting to order material as needed.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements

Job Locations

San Antonio, Texas

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