Electrician

Greif, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif, Inc. in Kentucky seeks an Electrician to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems on industrial equipment. You will read schematics, interpret technical documents, and perform troubleshooting across medium voltage systems with emphasis on safety and code compliance.

The role requires basic high school/technical training and 2–3 years of related experience. Candidates must handle physical tasks and operate diagnostic tools in a production setting.

Qualifications

• Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) or technical training.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders.
• Familiarity with NFPA70E and NEC guidelines and strong safety orientation.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, and maintains electrical parts of industrial equipment.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and specifications.
• Troubleshoots and repairs circuits, transformers, and drives.
• Ensures compliance with safety procedures and electrical codes.
• Uses test equipment and PLC interfaces to diagnose issues.

Skills

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Industrial maintenance

Education

High school diploma or technical training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the worlds most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

OUR VISION: To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life's essentials.

Job Requisition #: 035252 Electrician (Open)

Key Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, and maintains the electrical parts of industrial equipment.
• Works individually or as part of a team to successfully complete projects.
• Follows safety procedures and adheres to electrical codes.
• Correctly interprets technical documents for proper execution of assignments.
• Conducts quality assurance measures and inspections.
• Reading and interpreting specifications and blueprints
• Installing, servicing, and repairing conduits, wiring and fixtures
• Conducting electronic inspections and tests
• Grounding electrical systems
• Servicing generators, motors, and medium voltage systems
• Knowledgeable in pertinent electrical codes and regulations
• Able to understand schematics and other technical documents.
• Must be able to handle physically demanding tasks.
• Use ohms Law.
• Understand both AC & DC Voltages
• Size wire Size conduits
• Wire/connect 1 phase and 3 phase motors & dual voltage.
• Wire/connect AC drives, DC drives,
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, equipment, transformers, etc.
• Use test equipment.
• Read/understand ladder and line diagrams.
• Troubleshoot, repair, replace breakers, control circuits,
• Follow NFP70E and NEC guidelines, rules.
• Troubleshoot medium voltage 2300 - 4160 and operate breakers.
• Use laptop/computers/handheld programmers to interface with PLCS and controllers.
• Follow, troubleshoot Ethernet IP protocol/standards.
• Have an Understanding of NFPA70B Guidelines (details preventive maintenance for electrical, electronic, and communication systems and equipment but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Uses hand tools and measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts.
• Assembles, installs, adjusts, and calibrates mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment.
• Dismantles, repairs, rebuilds, and replaces equipment and parts as needed.
• Adheres to all plant safety policies.
• Participates in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean Manufacturing programs.
• Provides assistance and guidance to junior maintenance colleagues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) or technical training and 2-3 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates ability to select and operate appropriate hand, power and specialty tools and diagnostic equipment to complete job tasks.
• Possesses an operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, and electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrates ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively communicate issues and solutions to team members.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses the ability to troubleshoot, disassemble, and reassemble manufacturing equipment.
• Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under limited supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success.

Compensation Range: The pay for this position is $41.22 per hour. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement: Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth.

Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy.

Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the worlds most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.