Electrical Controls Specialist Senior - Ride Electrical

Carowinds; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Carowinds seeks an Electrical Controls Specialist Senior - Ride Electrical to inspect, install, repair, and maintain complex electrical systems on rides. The role involves wiring, motors, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, pumps, lighting, generators and distribution equipment, in a high-occupancy amusement environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, technical electrical training, and 6–8 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED required.
• Vocational / technical training in electrical preferred.
• At least 6-8 years of prior equivalent work experience.
• Ability to read/write, comprehend instructions and communicate in English.
• Ability to work safely and effectively while elevated on ladders, platforms, or other structures at heights up to 320 feet above ground.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test per company policy.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems and repair or replace wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components for hazards and compliance with codes.
• Test electrical systems and circuit continuity with ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.
• Plan layout and installation of wiring, equipment and fixtures per job specs and local codes.
• Work from ladders, scaffolding and aerial lifts to install or repair wiring and fixtures.
• Complete assigned work orders and enter them into the computer system.

Job description

Electrical Controls Specialist Senior - Ride Electrical

$25.4-37 per hour!
The Facilities Electrician inspects, installs, repairs, and maintains all of the electrical systems and equipment. This includes but not limited to: wiring, electrical fixtures, electric motors, motor controls, variable frequency drives, soft starters, programmable logic controls, pumps, lighting, generators and all levels of electrical distribution, transformers, and inverters.

Overview:

$25.4-37 per hour!
The Facilities Electrician inspects, installs, repairs, and maintains all of the electrical systems and equipment. This includes but not limited to: wiring, electrical fixtures, electric motors, motor controls, variable frequency drives, soft starters, programmable logic controls, pumps, lighting, generators and all levels of electrical distribution, transformers, and inverters.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment such as motors, etc.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and repair/correct the problem. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
• Work from ladders, scaffold, Aerial Lifts and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Must be able to complete assigned Work orders and enter the completed jobs in computer system.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED required.
• Vocational / technical training in electrical preferred.
• At least 6-8 years of prior equivalentwork experience.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a fast paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to read/write, comprehend instructions and communicate in English.
• Ability to work safely and effectively while elevated on ladders, platforms, or other structures at heights up to 320 feet above ground.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs. Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
• Ability to pass a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.