Electrical Lead

nVent; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a lead electrician to oversee production-related electrical installations within Trachte product facilities. You will guide electricians, interpret blueprints, ensure code compliance, and drive efficiency on the shop floor.

The role requires a high school diploma with 5 years of related experience, NEC knowledge, and Wisconsin licensure. The schedule is early shifts with long Fridays, contributing to a safer, reliable production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 5 years related experience, or equivalent in electrical installation.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
• Wisconsin Journeyman or Master Electrician license required.

Responsibilities

• Plans wiring and installation of equipment and fixtures.
• Installs wiring and fixtures per specifications and local codes.
• Interprets blueprints and job orders and assigns duties.
• Establishes work procedures to meet production schedules and improve methods.
• Suggests changes to increase efficiency and quality.
• Tests circuits for continuity to ensure safety and compatibility.
• Trains crew on installation policies and standards set by the company.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Blueprints

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

5 years related electrical installation experience

Tools

Volt-Ohmmeter

Conduit threading machine

Conduit cutting machine

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Summary

Working lead responsible for being prepared to be production. This includes material, resources, and tools. Leads activities of Electricians engaged in construction of electric power, lighting, and communication systems within Trachte product buildings by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans wiring and installation of equipment and fixtures such as switches, circuit breakers, and panel boards.
• Installs wiring and fixtures for conformance to company specifications and local electrical codes.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. -Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving problems. -Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Sets up conduit cutting, threading, and bending machines and equipment. -Performs activities of workers supervised.
• Possesses the ability to effectively interact with Supervisors in efforts to understand and complete electrical installation tasks within established time and material constraints.
• Perform tests for continuity of circuits to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments such as volt/ohmmeter.
• Instructs or trains crew members in the installation policies and standards set forth by Trachte for quality and consistency and is directly accountable for the electrical installation of their assigned project.
• Endeavors to create a workplace environment that is enjoyable, engenders pride in the product and focus on the customer, and provides room for individual responsibilities and ideas.

Education/Experience

High school graduate and five years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in the installation of electrical wiring and equipment relating to manufacturing or the construction trade. Be familiar with and possess a working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.

Certificates & Licenses

State of Wisconsin Journeyman or Master Electrician license is required.

Schedule

6:00am - 4:30pm Monday thru Thursday and up to 10 hours on Fridays.

We Have

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
• Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
• We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.