CRAFT ASSISTANT - CRAFT TECHNICIAN - Electrician Apprentice

Southwest Research Institute Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute Inc. in San Antonio, TX is seeking an entry-level Electrical Technician to safely perform electrical work, assist in material procurement, and support building remodeling, maintenance, and new test engine setups.

You will follow the National Electrical Code, operate common shop tools, and participate in a rotating on-call schedule. A high school diploma and a driver’s license are required; 0–2 years of electrical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Electrical work

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Tool operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Conduit benders

Drill press

Band saws

Job description

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).

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

For more information about this division, visit the Fuels & Lubricants Research home page.

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An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.