Electrician II Indirect

Lear Corporation; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maintenance Training Programs

Job summary

Lear Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, repair and maintain mechanical and electrical components on plant machinery operating up to 480 VAC. The role emphasizes safe troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and timely response to equipment issues.

You will read schematics, work with motors, VFDs, panel boards, and power distribution equipment, and participate in Training Programs. Overtime may be required during shutdowns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (minimum requirement).
• Technical school program or apprenticeship in electrical work.
• State or local license (if applicable).
• Minimum of 3 years’ industrial electrical maintenance experience with 480 VAC three-phase systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely troubleshoot, test, maintain and repair industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair 480V motors, motor controls, VFDs, disconnects and distribution equipment.
• Read and apply electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and electrical codes.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Lockout/Tagout

Education

High school diploma

Technical trade school

Apprenticeship in electrical work

Tools

VFDs

PLC

Electrical meters

Job description

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This person will report to the Maintenance Manager. The primary responsibility is repair, install and maintain mechanical/electrical components on Plant machinery, utilities, and equipment in accordance with instructions.

This position requires the employee to safely troubleshoot, repair, install, maintain, and work on industrial electrical systems and equipment operating at voltages up to and including 480 VAC three-phase power distribution systems

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This is a representative sample -- not to imply a complete listing of all responsibilities and tasks.

• Foster a culture of safety awareness through correct and proper maintenance processes, procedures and actions that promote the value of working safely every second of every day
• Safely uses tools with skill and as they are intended, produces quality workmanship
• Has experience and knowledge with electrical and basic knowledge with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Safely troubleshoot, test, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems operating at voltages up to and including 480 VAC
• Ability to read electrical schematics and safely verify voltage on energized 120V, 240V, and 480V circuits when required for troubleshooting
• Can perform tasks associated with installation of new equipment (bending conduit, pulling wire, installing disconnects, assess phase/voltage/grounding)
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair 480V motors, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), disconnects, motor starters, transformers, electrical panels, and power distribution equipment
• Perform work in accordance with applicable electrical codes, company safety procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements, and electrical safe work practices.
• Has ability to read, understand and apply blueprints and technical diagrams
• Knowledge of codes and regulations the to which the facility must adhere
• Experience and knowledge with electrical specific tools including voltmeters, scanners, etc.
• Executes work orders and completes necessary documentation
• Performs electrical maintenance and repairs of equipment with minimal direction
• Effective problem-solving abilities; good written, communication and computer skills
• Will be eager and willing to participate in all Maintenance Training Programs
• Develop and implement Preventative Maintenance procedures
• Conduct periodic checks (TPM) on equipment to ensure equipment is to standard
• Capable and willing to work overtime including weekends, holidays and shut down periods
• Any duties as assigned by the Maintenance Leadership

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems including 480 VAC three-phase power distribution, motor controls, electrical panels, transformers, VFDs, PLC-controlled equipment, and electrical safety practices.
• Knowledge of OSHA electrical safety requirements, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and arc-flash awareness.
• Great communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the business.
• Willingness to learn and grow.
• Understanding of textile manufacturing methods

ABILITY TO

• Read, write, and speak and understand in English, to interpret documents such as specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, reports, business correspondence, regulatory and procedure manuals
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to record numbers on required paperwork
• Communicate clearly and effectively with co‑workers, Supervisors and Management. Work independently with little or no supervision and be a team player
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Meet behaviors established in Company performance management and development process.
• Effectively organize, set priorities, schedule assigned work; oversee multiple and rapidly changing priorities
• Pay attention to detail
• Effectively execute tasks
• Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to safely work around and troubleshoot industrial equipment utilizing 480 VAC electrical systems.
• Ability to use electrical testing equipment to verify the absence or presence of voltage on circuits up to 480 AC

Lear For You

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we’re named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies.

They’re the secret to our success—empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED(minimum requirement).
• Completion of atechnical school programorapprenticeshipin electrical work
• Specialized training in industrial or manufacturing systems a plus
• State or local license
• Minimum of 3 years’ industrial electrical maintenance experience working with 480 VAC three-phase systems preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting motors, motor controls, VFDs, PLC systems, and industrial power distribution equipment preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Required physical demands are as follows:

• Frequent hand, finger and wrist movement to handle or feel objects, tools or controls
• Requires standing (80%) and walking (10%)
• The employee frequently is required to talk, listen/use hearing, stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch, and/or use repetitive hand motions
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance
• Constantly lift to 10 pounds, may frequently lift to 20 pounds, and occasionally lifts as much as 50 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job

• Constantly work under tight time constraints
• Occasionally work mandatory overtime
• May occasionally have exposures to extreme wet and/or humid conditions, heat/cold temperatures, and loud machine/equipment
• The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration, fumes or airborne particles

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Arc-flash rated PPE, voltage-rated gloves, face shields, and other electrical PPE as required by the task and company safety procedures
• Eye protection
• Hearing Protection
• Reflective Vest (where applicable)

NOTICE

The above job profile does not include all essential and nonessential duties of this job. Other job duties may be assigned as needed. All employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department to review and discuss the essential and nonessential functions of the job. The employee with a disability can evaluate the job in greater detail to determine if she/he can safely perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

DISCLAIMER

Job profiles are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, skills, efforts, working conditions or similar behaviors, attributes or requirements associated with a job. A job profile is not a comprehensive job description. It is intended for the sole purpose of acquainting a person who is unfamiliar with such position with a brief overview of the position's general direction and scope.

Lear Corporation is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status in accordance with law.