Electrician

Usg; Gypsum, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

USG seeks an Industrial Electrician/Technician to operate electrical test equipment and perform maintenance and troubleshooting on motor controls, PLCs, burner controls, and instrumentation across manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities include reading schematics, wiring of three-phase systems, conduit design, and VFD programming. Overtime and on-call work required; basic hand tools provided by you. Competitive benefits available.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of applicable manufacturing / commercial experience or possess a 2-year Associates Degree in Industrial Electricity, Process Controls, Robotics, etc.
• Willing to work any shift, mandatory overtime, weekends and call-outs.
• Proven work history demonstrating safe work habits, regular and predictable attendance and the ability to work with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively handle multiple tasks, work at heights and in confined spaces, accept on-call responsibility and possess excellent basic math, verbal and written communications skills.
• Need to provide basic set of hand tools.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment (multimeter, megger, ammeter, etc.), conduit bending and wire pulling.
• Must pass a basic electrical skills test.
• Experience with reading electrical schematics and cable drawings to size conduits, conductors and install equipment within NEC code.
• Exposure to NFPA 70E code and requirements is a plus
• Experience with field termination/change out of motors, transformers, sensors, switches and process control equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operation of electrical test equipment including voltmeter, megger and amprobe; install, perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot motor control & lighting systems, motors with starters/brakes, PLCs, burner controls, instrumentation equipment including RTD/thermocouples; ink jet printers; three phase motor wiring termination.
• Interpret instrumentation schematics/symbols.
• Use HMI screens to troubleshoot and understand process controls.
• Understand AC motor/VFD theory.
• VFD power & control wiring; installation and configuration; programming and troubleshooting.
• Conduit & cable tray design, layout, and installation.
• Transformer sizing & wiring with knowledge of fuse, wire sizing & conduit fill ratios.
• Ability to install various electrical controls; interpret schematics; identify motor data; basic NEC knowledge.
• Troubleshooting: 24VDC control, 120VAC motor control, 480VAC 3-phase power distribution.
• Preferred: PLCs, VF drives, 4,160V+ power systems.
• Rate of pay may be adjusted based on qualifications and experience.
• USG benefits include medical, vision, dental options; 401(k) with company match; pension; paid time off and holidays.
• Since 1902, USG is a leader in building solutions; strong values in safety, quality, integrity.

Skills

Hand tools

Conduit bending

Wire pulling

Reading schematics

Diagnostic equipment

Math skills

Verbal/written communication

Education

Associates Degree in Industrial Electricity/Process Controls/Robotics

Tools

Multimeter

Megger

Ammeter

PLC experience

VFDs (VF drives)

Job description

Responsibilities:

Operation of electrical test equipment including voltmeter, megger and amprobe, Install, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot the following: Motor control & lighting systems, Motors with associated starters and brakes, PLC's, Burner controls, Instrumentation equipment including RTD's and thermocouples Ink jet printers, three phase motor wiring termination

Interpret instrumentation schematics/symbols

Use HMI screens to troubleshoot and understand process controls

Understand AC motor/VFD theory

VFD power & control wiring; installation and configuration; programming and troubleshooting

Conduit & cable tray design, layout, and installation.

Transformer sizing & wiring along with knowledge of fuse, wire sizing, & conduit fill ratios

Ability to install various electrical controls; Interpret electrical schematics & symbols; Identify motor data; and possesses a basic understanding of NEC codes

Qualifications;

• At least 1 year of applicable manufacturing / commercial experience or possess a 2-year Associates Degree in Industrial Electricity, Process Controls, Robotics, etc.
• Willing to work any shift, mandatory overtime, weekends and call-outs.
• Proven work history demonstrating safe work habits, regular and predictable attendance and the ability to work with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively handle multiple tasks, work at heights and in confined spaces, accept "on-call" responsibility and possess excellent basic math, verbal and written communications skills.
• Need to provide basic set of hand tools.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment (multimeter, megger, ammeter, etc.) conduit bending and wire pulling.
• Must pass a basic electrical skills test.
• Experience with reading electrical schematics and cable drawings to properly size conduits, conductors and install electrical equipment/systems within NEC code.
• Exposure to NFPA 70E code and requirements is a plus
• Experience with field termination/change out of motors, transformers, sensors, switches, valves and process control equipment.

Troubleshooting skills:

• 24vdc control system
• 120vac motor control
• 480vac, 3 phase power distribution and motor control
• Process control/ladder logic experience is a plus

Preferred:

- Troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with:

• PLC's
• VF drives
• 4,160V and higher power system

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values - innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety - have helped us become the company we are today.

EOE including disability/veteran