Industrial Electrician 1st Shift

prattexternalcareersite; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking an Industrial Electrical Technician in Sandston, VA. This full-time, hourly role reports to the Maintenance Manager and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Primary duties include maintaining plant equipment, troubleshooting electrical components, and supporting other maintenance staff. Eligibility for benefits begins within the first month, with progression to 401(k) and paid time off over time.

Qualifications

• Reads mechanical diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Prior maintenance experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and keep a clean, safe work area.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic components.
• Complete work orders and maintain inventory and paperwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Problem solving

Reading schematics

Non-metric tape reading

Mathematical basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

5 years of experience or documented training

Job description

Position: Industrial Electrical Technician

Shift: 1st

Pay: Up to $35/hour

Location: Sandston, VA

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Perks of Pratt:

Within 1 Month: Eligible for insurance benefits

At 3 Months: 401k with partial match

At 6 Months: Paid vacation days

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Job Description

Overview:

• Performs required maintenance on the plant’s building, machinery and equipment.
• Assists other maintenance personnel in performing mechanical maintenance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow and ensure that coworkers adhere to all applicable safe work policies & procedures.
• Maintain a safe & clean work area.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic components.
• Ensure that all work orders provided are completed as requested, or solution is reached.
• Maintain parts inventory.
• Complete all paper work and data entry as required.
• Assist in the training of coworkers.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read mechanical diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Must have a good knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Required Skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Intermediate computer skills
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Must be able to read & use a non metric measuring tape
• Must be able to count & perform simple mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division)

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or higher preferred, but not required
• At least 5 years of experience, or documented training.

Physical Demands

• The employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Work space is not climate controlled and can reach both hot and cold extremes (30 degrees - 110 degrees Fahrenheit).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pratt Industries is America’s 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7,500 highly skilled employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than a dozen states. The company operates three of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest. Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.