Journeyman Electrician - Underground

Detroit Salt Company; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Detroit Salt Company is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for underground operations. This role encompasses the maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical systems, requiring expertise in high voltage operations and a commitment to safety. Ideal candidates will possess a valid electrician license and have experience in industrial environments, ensuring all electrical systems function efficiently and safely.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Journeyman or Master Electrician License.
• 4+ years experience as an Electrician in industrial settings required.
• Familiarity with high voltage systems and PLC troubleshooting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions and correct deficiencies.
• Perform routine inspections and ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Valid Journeyman or Master Electrician License

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• Responsible for preventative maintenance, installation, and repair of all electrical equipment and power and lighting systems in the facility including motors, generators, transformer controls and mechanisms, timing devices, switches, cable and conduits.
• Apply electrical theory and related knowledge to test operation of electrical machinery and electrical control equipment and circuitry.
• Work 480 VAC 3 phase motor control systems.
• Test motor-controlled devices, switch panels, transformers, generator windings, and other electrical equipment and components.
• Diagnose system malfunctions, isolate causes, and correct deficiencies. Dismantles and reassembles equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and diagnose causes of electrical malfunction or failure.
• Use different hand and diagnostic tools for testing and fixing equipment.
• Inspect and perform daily routine housekeeping as necessary to ensure a clean and safe work area.
• Completes assigned paperwork and reporting accurately during and at the end of shift.
• Perform all job duties with minimum supervision.
• Work safely, responsibly and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Is alert to hazards and changing conditions on all mine property.
• Communicate with management any situation that may affect safety of any employee or other issues that affect production or quality of product.
• Cross-train and multi-task with varied skill sets and functions.
• Perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for preventative maintenance, installation, and repair of all electrical equipment and power and lighting systems in the facility including motors, generators, transformer controls and mechanisms, timing devices, switches, cable and conduits.
• Apply electrical theory and related knowledge to test operation of electrical machinery and electrical control equipment and circuitry.
• Work 480 VAC 3 phase motor control systems.
• Test motor-controlled devices, switch panels, transformers, generator windings, and other electrical equipment and components.
• Diagnose system malfunctions, isolate causes, and correct deficiencies. Dismantles and reassembles equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and diagnose causes of electrical malfunction or failure.
• Use different hand and diagnostic tools for testing and fixing equipment.
• Inspect and perform daily routine housekeeping as necessary to ensure a clean and safe work area.
• Completes assigned paperwork and reporting accurately during and at the end of shift.
• Perform all job duties with minimum supervision.
• Work safely, responsibly and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Is alert to hazards and changing conditions on all mine property.
• Communicate with management any situation that may affect safety of any employee or other issues that affect production or quality of product.
• Cross-train and multi-task with varied skill sets and functions.
• Perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements

• Must be able to work any shift.
• Must hold a valid Journeyman or Master Electrician License.
• Must be familiar with high voltage (600-12000v) systems and PLC troubleshooting in industrial or mining environments.
• Must have high voltage experience. (12000 v highly preferred)
• High school diploma/ GED required.
• 4 years+ experience as an Electrician in an industrial environment required.
• Electrical experience supporting industrial operations including knowledge and troubleshooting experience to locate and diagnose trouble in electrical systems or equipment.
• Experience and understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLC) preferred.
• 4 years+ experience working with blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications required.
• 4 years+ experience with some but not limited to the following types of equipment, electrical switch gear, motor starters, transformers, generators, relay logic, PLC, VFD, etc.
• Have a working knowledge of how to operate lifting devices, hand tools, and power tools.
• Must have demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to speak, comprehend, and read English.
  
  
  

Physical requirement

• Must be comfortable with working underground for a minimum of 55 hours per week.
• Must be able to wear all proper PPE including steel-toed shoes and safety glasses.
• Must be able to work safely in varying temperatures in production/warehouse workplace and outside year-round.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling loads up to 50+ lbs. Must be able to climb, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, and reach as required to work on equipment.
• Must be able to pass physical and drug test.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Mining

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