Industrial Electrician – Electrical PLC Tech

SmartLam Technologies Group; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartLam North America in Dothan, AL seeks an Industrial Electrician to install equipment, wiring, and connection boxes up to 600 volts. You will read electrical drawings, select parts, and perform troubleshooting. Strong safety discipline and ability to work with motor controls and PLC systems are essential.

This on-site, full-time hourly role requires overtime, weekends, and on-call duties. You will collaborate with a team to keep equipment in peak condition while following NEC/NFPA70E safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years in Industrial Maintenance or equivalent education including vocational/technical training.
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, on-call and rotating shifts and holidays.
• Proficient in use of hand and power tools.
• Experience with reading electrical drawings and schematics.
• Troubleshooting experience with test instruments (DMM, oscilloscope, megger).
• Experience using a computer for record keeping and documentation.
• Able to work in extreme heat/cold and access catwalks and ladders.
• Knowledge of DC/AC motors and motor controls; VFDs and servo drives.
• Knowledge of single and 3-phase power distribution; PLC/HMI controls.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices and wear appropriate PPE.
• Install and maintain electrical equipment and connections per standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment including motors, drives, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Diagnose breakdowns and perform necessary repairs to restore operation.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and comply with safety rules.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and team leader.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Electrical drawings

Troubleshooting with test instruments

DC motors

AC motors

VFDs and servo drives

Power distribution

PLC/HMI basics

Teamwork

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Rockwell RSLogix5000

FactoryTalk View Studio

AB PowerFlex VFDs

Kinetics Servos

Ethernet/IP networks

AP Stratix switches

Job description

• Alabama

Department: Maintenance

Reporting to: Maintenance Supervisor

Position: Full Time / Hourly

Location: Dothan, AL

Salary: $25-$35/hour

Description:

The Industrial Electrician installs new equipment, conduit, wiring and connection boxes per standard. Determines the parts required for proper installation and obtains them. Electricians will perform troubleshooting and repair of equipment with voltage ratings up to and including 600 volts. Performs general troubleshooting of lighting circuits. Replaces motion sensors, photo eyes and switches. Will clearly communicates with coworkers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow safe work practices. Employee safety is the utmost important to us!
• Follow all health & safety regulations including wearing appropriate protective equipment.
• Performs highly skilled electrical maintenance tasks including equipment installation.
• Repair and PM electrical machinery; this may include, but not limited to, such equipment as AC/DC motors, drives, pneumatic, hydraulic, conveyors and instrumentation and PLC controls.
• In downtime situations, must be able to analyze the cause of breakdown with equipment.
• Must also determine and complete maintenance repairs required to return the equipment to effective operating condition.
• Follow and adhere to safety lockout procedures and strictly adhere to plant safety rules.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as in a group.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Models company core values

Required Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Stable employment history with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in Industrial Maintenance work AND/OR equivalent education to include vocational/technical school certificate/diploma.
• Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, on-call and rotating shifts and holidays.
• Proficient in use of hand and power tools
• Experience with reading electrical drawings and schematics.
• Troubleshooting experience, including the use of necessary test instruments such as digital multi-meter, oscilloscope, megger, etc.
• Experience using a computer for record keeping and documentation.
• Able to work in extreme heat/cold, navigate catwalks and ladders.
• Physical ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, which includes climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping and bending.
• Ability to communicate effectively and constructively.
• Comprehension of complex work instructions and documentation
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts in an industrial environment.
• Team oriented.
• Willing and able to learn new jobs and skills.
• A personal and total commitment to observe all safety rules and regulations including NEC and NFPA70E (including LOTO and Arc Flash)
• Knowledge of DC motors and motor controls
• Knowledge of AC motors and motor controls
• Knowledge of DC, VFD, and servo drives
• Knowledge of single phase and 3-phase power distribution systems
• Knowledge of various process instrumentation, including pressure, flow, temperature, level, weight, etc.
• Knowledge of PLC controls, HMI operator interfaces, and control systems networking
• Working knowledge of basic industrial maintenance issues
• Able to read and write in English.
• Able to follow written instructions.
• Able to clearly communicate with coworkers and Team Leader
• Interpersonal skills to build relationships and interact with co-workers.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of fire alarm and protection systems
• Experienced in pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyor systems.
• Excellent skills in root cause analysis
• Previous experience in Rockwell Software RSLogix5000 and FactoryTalk View Studio (Editor, Me, and SE), AB PowerFlex VFD’s and Kinetics Servos, and Ethernet IP networks using AP Stratix switches, Yaskawa AC drives and servo drives, and Lense motion control drives.

To be successful in this position, the duties and responsibilities must be performed on-site, remote work is not available.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the Industrial Electrician. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

SmartLam North America is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and training. We seek to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws related to discrimination and will not tolerate interference with the ability of any of the Company’s employees to perform their job duties.

Americans with Disabilities

SmartLam North America endeavors to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.