Electrical Technician

ASTEC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec, a leading infrastructure and manufacturing company, seeks an Electrical Technician for its Chattanooga facility. This role involves troubleshooting electrical systems, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have technical training and strong problem-solving skills, contributing to a culture of quality and integrity.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years manufacturing experience required.
• Detail-oriented with good workmanship.
• Capable of working cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, evaluate, test and maintain electrical wiring.
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a regular schedule.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accreditation from a technical school

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

About The Position

Under supervision, the Electrical Technician must be capable of performing all tasks associated with the Astec Manufacturing Electrical Department. Must be able to assemble, evaluate, troubleshoot, and correct deficiencies to make sure that product specifications are met. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. This level of electrician will deal with live energized equipment and be trained for and capable of performing all required tests, and if necessary, de-energize equipment to meet safe standards before proceeding.

Key Deliverables

• Assemble, evaluate, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, and apparatus.
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment.
• Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications.
• Read and interpret electrical and electrical circuit blueprints and diagrams.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a regular schedule.
  
  

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Astec processes in all aspects of the Manufacturing Electrical Department, including panel room, construction manufacturing, and industrial manufacturing as warranted by workload demands and scheduling needs.
• Test and troubleshoot heaters to ensure equipment is ready before shipping to customer site.
• Correct and re-test to verify corrective action was successful.
• Communicate with electrical engineering recommendations to correct or improve processes.
• Monitor quality issues that warrant concern and encourage postponement of equipment from being shipped.
• Achieve quality results as it relates to Astec’s vision and mission.
• Promote and educate others on Astec’s core values.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety rules at all times.
  
  

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and/or accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program required.
• 0-2 years manufacturing experience in order to understand equipment and process procedures.
• Must be detail oriented and possess good workmanship while taking and following direction with little to no supervision.
• Maintain a demonstrated track record of working cross-functionally and as a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills desired.
• Recognize the importance of working to increase troubleshooting experience at every level in order to properly evaluate and correct concerns before testing.
  
  

OUR CULTURE & VALUES

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work:

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality, and productivity as means to ensure success
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment

The shop manufacturing environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions, and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and very warm and chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times, consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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