Electrical Maintenance Technician: Path to Shift Electrician

Steel Dynamics, Inc; New Haven (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SDI Lafarga Copperworks is seeking a shift-based electrical technician responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance across the facility. The role includes training for the future shift electrician position and adhering to stringent safety standards.

You will troubleshoot electrical equipment, support with SOPs/JSAs, and work with shift personnel to ensure reliable operation and compliance with Cardinal Life Saving Programs. A proactive learner is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read electrical prints and diagrams.
• Experience with electrical installation, controls, networking, or maintenance.
• Must be able to read electrical prints.
• Cardinal Life Saving Programs knowledge is required.
• Self-starter with ability to learn and seek guidance.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute preventative/corrective maintenance throughout the facility.
• Train for future shift electrician position.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment.
• Provide shift support as necessary.
• Assist with SOPs, JSAs, and Lock Out Procedures creation/validation.
• Train with shift personnel.

Skills

Cardinal Life Saving Programs

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical repairs

Hazard awareness

Reading electrical prints

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Education

Formal technical education

Tools

Siemens PLC

Medium voltage transformers

AC motors and AC drives

Network fundamentals

Electrical prints reading

Job description

SDI Lafarga Copperworks is seeking a shift-based electrical technician responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance across the facility. The role includes training for the future shift electrician position and adhering to stringent safety standards.

You will troubleshoot electrical equipment, support with SOPs/JSAs, and work with shift personnel to ensure reliable operation and compliance with Cardinal Life Saving Programs. A proactive learner is essential.