Industrial Electrician

Trivium Packaging; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 53,726 - 63,369; Full time

Job summary

Trivium Packaging in Reno, Nevada, is seeking an individual to support the installation and maintenance of control devices and electronic accessories. Responsibilities include maintaining PLC controllers and troubleshooting electrical issues across the plant. Qualified candidates should have a degree in electrical or equivalent experience, alongside strong troubleshooting skills.

The role requires the ability to work on rotating shifts, with a starting pay range of $39-$46 per hour depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of electrical components and control systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot using PLC programs.
• Prefer variable frequency drive experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hardware for all plant PLC controllers and electronic devices.
• Perform daily safety checks on electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues across departments.

Skills

Troubleshoot electrical components

Understand control systems

Knowledge of PLC software

Communication skills

Use of measuring devices

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree in electrical field or 3 years of experience

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RS Logix-500

Multimeters

Job description

Under the direction of the Plant Engineering Manager, is responsible for supporting installation, maintenance, and operation of all control devices and electronic accessories, working with production, maintenance personnel, and vendors. Work with computers, programmable logic controllers, electronic control devices, camera inspection systems, and miscellaneous peripherals that support production.

Job Duties

• Maintain hardware for all plant PLC controllers, electronic devices, vision systems, code printers, and robotic and automated programmable equipment. ·
• Working Knowledge of 480v 3-Phase systems, 240VAC, 120VAC, and 24VDC systems.
• Perform daily safety checks on electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to read a variety of measuring devices, drawings, and schematics.
• Troubleshoot electrical and assist with mechanical issues in all departments.
• Be available for callouts in cases of emergencies and breakdowns.
• Must be able and willing to work alternative shifts when necessary for maintenance
• Read, follow and understand manuals and blueprints.
• Forklift operation (training will be provided)
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Prefer degree in an electrical related field or must have at least three years of industrial experience with PLCs, HMIs and control systems, or have equivalent technical education.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must have a solid understanding and ability to troubleshoot electrical components and control systems.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot using PLC programs.
• Variable frequency drive experience is preferred.
• Have a working knowledge of PLC software (RS Logix-500 and RS Logix 5000 preferred)
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of measuring devices multimeters, calipers…
• Ability to work at heights following all safety procedures.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues in a timely manner with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Proven problem-solving experience.
• Must be team-oriented with good energy and initiative.
• Must be comfortable using MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Ability to work on rotating shifts including 8 or 12 hour shifts, as well as weekends.

Overtime or work on holidays may also be required.

Starting Range: $39-$46/hour dependent on skills and experience

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 75 pounds. There is no continual lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision as well as color recognition. Good hand eye coordination is necessary.

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and It’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work.