Industrial Controls Maintenance Electrician

Lincoln Electric; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Euclid, Ohio, seeks a Machine Repair Electrician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex production equipment and systems. Primarily 1st shift, with potential for additional shifts; on-call and weekend work may be required.

Reports to the department Manager and collaborates with engineers and maintenance teams. Responsibilities include diagnosing malfunctions, performing preventative maintenance, and validating changes with test equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an Electrician Apprentice Program, an Associate degree/certificate in Electronics/Electrical Technology, or have equivalent job experience.
• Must pass the skilled trade assessment test for this position.
• Must have a basic knowledge of electrical troubleshooting. Some knowledge of combustion and/or hydraulic systems may be required.
• Must have a basic knowledge and experience in relay logic, industrial controls, electronics, and PLCs.
• Must have a basic level of knowledge and experience reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and engineering drawings.
• Must have a basic ability to use a computer to communicate with machine control systems and PLCs. Must have a basic ability to diagnose the root cause of a problem, make repairs, and test for proper operation.
• Ability to use various measuring devices (multimeter, oscilloscope, megohmmeter). Excellent attendance required.
• Must possess good organizational and communication skills.
• Team oriented, self-motivated, safety and quality conscious; requiring minimal supervision.
• Capable of lifting up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.
• May be required to operate basic shop equipment (hoist, forklift, scissor lift, etc.)
• Must be able to work in confined areas, climb ladders, and work at heights of 30 feet.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to distinguish colors used in color-coding wires and electronic components.
• Must be willing to continuously improve technical skills and knowledge.
• Must be able to understand and interpret the specifications and procedures related to this job.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect, adjust, and repair automated machines, process systems, and robotic systems to ensure they are working properly and safely.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical).
• Diagnoses test equipment malfunctions, and services and repairs equipment as required.
• Diagnose malfunctions and analyze results using testing devices, then repair and replace broken machine components
• Configure, commission, and test new equipment while making sure all maintenance and installations arewell-documented, working properly, and operating safely.
• Document repairs for regulatory purposes.
• May assist with keeping neat and orderly records on work performed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

Industrial controls

Reading schematics

Relay logic

Testing devices

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

On-call flexibility

Education

Electrician apprenticeship

Assoc degree/certificate in Electronics/Electrical Technology

Job description

Job Title

Machine Repair Electrician

Company Overview

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location

Euclid

Purpose

Electrically troubleshoot, repair and maintain complex production equipment and systems. Primarily 1st shift schedule, could include 2nd, 3rd, split shifts, weekends, holidays, 12 hour shifts, on-call. Daily work activity is directed by the Group Leader and a Machine Repair electrician A. Reports directly to the department Manager.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs all task under general supervision.
• Provides training and assistance to less experienced Electricians.
• Assumes high level ownership during off-shift work periods related to work prioritization, production needs, and safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, adjust, and repair automated machines, process systems, and robotic systems to ensure they are working properly and safely.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical). Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield.
• Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventative and unscheduled maintenance).
• Assists engineers in operating test equipment to obtain performance data on parts and assemblies under varying operating conditions.
• Collects, compiles, and summarizes test data, and reviews results with engineering to resolve problems such as product or equipment issues, malfunctions, and incomplete test data.
• Diagnoses test equipment malfunctions, and services and repairs equipment as required.
• Diagnose malfunctions and analyze results using testing devices, then repair and replace broken machine components
• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain combustion systems. Responsible for continuing education to keep up with changing technology.
• Configure, commission, and test new equipment while making sure all maintenance and installations arewell-documented, working properly, and operating safely.
• Document repairs for regulatory purposes.
• Perform bench work in repairing and maintaining production equipment and spare part assemblies. Oversee maintenance contract and service work as assigned.
• Order and maintain spare parts.
• Assist with keeping neat and orderly records on work performed.
• Work with Engineering, Production Team Leads, Manager, Group Leaders, and coworkers to accomplish the desired result.
• Adjust schedule and work hours to accomplish the desired result, ability to be on-call and must be able to work weekends, off shifts, and holidays as required.
• Perform work assignments efficiently while being consistent with good safety practices. Assist inprocedure/equipment upgrades as necessary.
• Report any maintenance and/or safety issues to supervisor.

Job Duties and Responsibilities, Continued

• Review, understand, and follow all Company specifications and procedures, and regulatory rules and requirements that are associated with the performance of this job.
• Other duties as assigned by the department Manager.
• May be asked to rotate between Mentor and Euclid facilities based on job training requirements.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company’s Strategy.

Basic Requirements

• Must have successfully completed an Electrician Apprentice Program, an Associatedegree/certificate in Electronics/Electrical Technology, or have equivalent job experience.
• Must pass the skilled trade assessment test for this position.
• Must have a basic knowledge of electrical troubleshooting. Some knowledge of combustionand/or hydraulic systems may be required.
• Must have a basic knowledge and experience in relay logic, industrial controls, electronics, and PLCs.
• Must have a basic level of knowledge and experience reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and engineering drawings.
• Must have a basic ability to use a computer to communicate with machine control systems and PLCs. Must have a basic ability to diagnose the root cause of a problem, make repairs, and test for proper operation.
• Ability to use various measuring devices (multi-meter, oscilloscope, megohmmeter, etc.)Excellent attendance required.
• Must possess good organizational and communication skills.
• Team oriented, self-motivated, safety and quality conscious; requiring minimal supervision.Capable of lifting up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.
• May be required to operate basic shop equipment (hoist, forklift, scissor lift, etc.) Be mechanically inclined.
• Must be able to work in confined areas, climb ladders, and work at heights of 30 feet.
• Must be able to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to distinguish colors used in color-coding wires and electronic components. Must be willing to continuously improve technical skills and knowledge.
• Must be able to understand and interpret the specifications and procedures related to this job.

Salary and Pay Grade

Selected candidate’s Job Level and Pay Grade will be determined based upon qualifications and experiences.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.