Electrical Technician

IKO Industries; Village of Cedarhurst (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

IKO Industries is seeking an Electrical Technician for its operations in Cedarhurst, New York. This role includes maximizing plant performance through effective machine troubleshooting and maintenance.

Your responsibilities will include adhering to safety policies, ensuring quality production, and operating equipment safely. Preferred candidates have at least 2 years of industrial experience and are comfortable in dusty environments.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401k match and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy‑industrial manufacturing or construction.
• Proven forklift operating experience of at least 1 year.
• Good communication skills and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies, programs, and procedures.
• Ensure quality specifications are met in production.
• Operate manufacturing equipment according to procedures.

Skills

Flexible and able to work rotating production shifts

Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy‑industrial manufacturing or construction industry

Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience

Able to perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds

Comfortable working in a dusty environment

Fluent in verbal and written English

Good communication skills

Manual dexterity and attention to detail

Ability to safely perform heavy lifting

Comfortable standing for extended periods

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Electrical Technician – Mat Operations

This position is part of the Maintenance & Engineering department at the IKO Fiberglass Mat Plant in Chester, South Carolina. The primary function is to safely maximize plant performance and uptime through effective troubleshooting, adjusting, maintaining, calibrating, and repairing manufacturing equipment and machinery throughout the production facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies, programs, and procedures
• Complete health & safety pre‑start checklists
• Ensure that products being produced meet established quality specifications
• Document quality checks at regular intervals
• Operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with established operating procedures
• Operate counterbalance, propane‑powered forklift
• Document production numbers and items contributing to downtime using computerized systems and hand‑written production reports
• Perform general housekeeping duties
• Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisory staff

Qualifications

• Flexible and able to work rotating production shifts (8, 10, or 12 hours)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy‑industrial manufacturing or construction industry (preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience (preferred)
• Comfortable working in a dusty environment
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
• Good communication skills
• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
• Comfortable standing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Must be able to walk and/or stand 90% of the shift

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA and other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Short‑term disability
• 401k Match
• Paid vacation
• Floating days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Applications from people with disabilities are encouraged. Accommodations are available on request.

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