Electrician - Sr. Electronic Technician

Southwire Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 48,560 - 54,663; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching & Pension Plan

Family and Individual Insurance Packages

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Southwire Company in Hawesville, KY is hiring for a position focused on troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment. Candidates need a high school diploma and completion of a certification program for 'Senior' Electrician.

The role involves working with complex electrical systems, leading small teams, and requires thorough knowledge of tools and schematics. Excellent benefits including 401(k), insurance packages, and opportunities for advancement are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must complete certification program for 'Senior' Electrician.
• Thorough knowledge of hand tools and ability to lead a crew.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, install or modify electrical equipment.
• Complete forms for maintenance work orders and inspections.
• Handle materials to minimize environmental impact.

Skills

Satisfactory completion of certification program for 'Senior' Electrician

Thorough knowledge and correct use of hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments

Ability to lead and work with a small crew

Ability to interpret power distribution drawings and relay logic schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Job Summary

Location: Hawesville, KY

Shift: 12 hour

Pay Rate: $35.25–$39.68 per hour. Eligible for promotion to Sr Electronic Technician with pay rate $42.50.

General Summary

Under the direction of the supervisor, an individual will be expected to troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, assemble, install, relocate or modify complex electrical equipment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair, install or modify complicated relay logic systems, circuit breakers, fuses, transformers, motors, lighting systems, switches, bus ducts and high voltage power distribution systems.
• Install hardware portion of programmable controllers; troubleshoot hardware and program using the programming terminal.
• Select and use applicable tools and materials to accomplish assigned tasks efficiently and safely.
• Perform assigned tasks with input from supervisor, maintenance work order, machine operator, and maintenance manuals.
• Complete all required forms: maintenance work orders, inspection reports, and P.M. check lists using hard copy and/or computer generated forms.
• Handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.

Skills and Abilities

• Satisfactory completion of certification program for "Senior" Electrician.
• Thorough knowledge and correct use of all hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to select all tools, parts and materials to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to lead and work with a small crew.
• Ability to read and interpret complicated lighting and power distribution drawings and relay logic schematics.
• Ability to install complicated conduit systems.

Working Conditions

Could be exposed to inclement weather, heat, cold, noise, vibration, dust, dirt, fumes, water, oil and heights. Protective equipment will be issued as required.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.