Electrician

Sims Metal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal in Chicago seeks an Electrician to maintain and repair electrical systems, ensuring safe, reliable operation with minimal downtime.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, install new systems, and work with the Plant Engineering Manager to meet safety codes and project needs; requires up to 8 years journeyman experience and a valid license.

Qualifications

• Up to 8 years of journeyman or licensed electrician experience.
• Valid electrician license or local certification.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery and electrical circuits.
• Install new electrical systems and components.
• Ensure compliance with NEC and NFPA70e codes.
• Collaborate with production and contractors on projects.
• Read blueprints and troubleshoot using meters.
• Assist in installing conduit and wiring.

Skills

Blueprints & Schematics

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Licensing/Certification

Independent work

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training

Job description

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Salary: $80,000 - 90,000

Purpose Of The Role

The Electrician's role is to maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation with minimal downtime. Responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, installing new systems, and ensuring compliance with safety codes and standards. The Electrician also collaborates on larger projects and new installations to improve system reliability.

Principal Accountabilities

• Responsible for completing assigned preventative maintenance on equipment, troubleshooting and repairing machinery to minimize production loss and downtime, and participating in projects and new installations as needed. Occasionally serves as the point of contact for electrical contractors on larger projects.
• Troubleshoots 480/240/120 Vac and 230 Vdc motor control circuits, lighting, and resistive heating circuits.
• Tests electrical systems and circuit continuity in wiring, equipment, and fixtures using appropriate testing devices and meters to measure conductors and components of electrical circuits.
• Installs and mounts electronic controls, device panels, sensors, and components, along with associated conduit and wiring.
• Interlocks wiring as necessary.
• Replaces variable speed drives on equipment and repairs damaged cables.
• Replaces and wires electronic components as required.
• Reads blueprints and user manuals to determine proper function and installation of electrical equipment.
• Utilizes machine information to diagnose and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborates with production personnel to understand equipment failures and determines the most effective course of action for resolution.
• Assists in replacing motors and other electrical components.
• Sizes, bends, and installs new conduit runs.
• Assists the Plant Engineering Manager in determining work procedures.
• Ensures all work complies with federal, state, and local electrical codes, including the NEC and NFPA70e. Collaborates with the Sims Metal Engineering Group to uphold internal standards and recommendations.

Experience Required

• Up to 8 years of experience as a journeyman or licensed electrician.

Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electrical work required.
• Valid electrician license or certification as required by state or local regulations.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex electrical problems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with various team members, including contractors and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to lift heavy equipment and tools (up to 40 lbs).
• Ability to work in extreme cold/heat and regular exposure to heat, cold, and wet weather conditions.
• Must be comfortable with heights, confined spaces, and working in varying weather conditions.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.