Journeyworker Electrician

Paycom - ATS; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

HSA with Employer Contributions

Dental

Vision

Life / AD&D / Critical Illness

401k + Company Match

PTO Accrual

Paid Holidays

Prescription Safety Glass Reimbursem

Safety Boot and Cold Weather Gear Reim

Employee Assistance Program

Uniform/Clothing Allowance

Employee Events

Sponsorships

Short/Long Term Disability – Employer

Job summary

Paycom seeks a Journeyman Electrician to diagnose, repair and maintain electrical and mechanical systems in an industrial setting. You will support manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot PLCs, drives, and controls, and ensure safe operation in compliance with electrical codes.

You must hold a Minnesota electrician license, have journeyman experience, and be capable of traveling for field service while maintaining accurate maintenance records and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have MN Electrician License and be a licensed journeyman or seasoned apprentice willing to obtain journeyman status.
• Two years of journeyman experience in installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures from blueprints/schematics.
• Two years of experience in electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields with high proficiency.
• Educational background includes a high school diploma and two years of formal technical training.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power generation equipment.
• Plan and perform work with knowledge of electrical codes and safety procedures.
• Install, start up and shut down equipment per safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Advise operators and line mechanics on operation procedures and safety requirements.
• Maintain maintenance and performance records for identified equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and assist with technical troubleshooting.
• Travel for field service as needed and work overtime when required.

Education

High school diploma

Two years of formal technical training

Valid MN Electrician License

Tools

PLC's

VFDs

Switchgear

Sensors

Electrical test gear

Job description

OVERVIEW:The Journeyman Electrician will conduct, maintain, test and repair electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components in an industrial setting primarily on Aggregate Equipment Power Systems. Apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and apply skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provide skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Troubleshoot and repair Electrical systems/components controlling mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power generation equipment in an Industrial setting including but not limited to Programmable/Numeral Controls, PLC’s, Drives, VFD’s, Switch Gear Panels and Power Supplies, Sensors, Gauges and Test EquipmentPlans and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipmentInstalls, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirementsAdvises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and componentsInforms appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involvedMaintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.Performs preventive maintenance functions as directedAssists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshootingAssists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employeesPerforms other duties as requiredBENEFITS:HealthFSAHSA w/ Employer ContributionsDentalVisionLife / AD&D / Critical Illness401k + Company MatchPTO AccrualPaid HolidaysPrescription Safety Glass ReimbursementSafety Boot and Cold Weather Gear ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramUniform/Clothing AllowanceEmployee EventsSponsorshipsAdditional Job-Related Education and TrainingsShort/Long Term Disability – Employer PaidNATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:Occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 100+ pounds and/or frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 50+ pounds and/or continuous lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 20+ pounds.Occasional to frequent walking or standing.Frequent and continual movement as follows, often several of movements simultaneously (i.e., handle while crouching, carry while kneeling):Kneel (bend legs at knee, come to rest on knees)Crouch/Squat (bend body down and forward, bending legs and spine)Crawl (move on hands, knees, and feet)Climb (ascend/descend ladders, stairs, ramp, or step up on or down from equipment/trailer)Stoop (Bend downward and forward at waist)Lift (raise or lower object > 25 pounds from one level to another)Carry (transport an object)Push (press with steady force, thrust objects forward, downward, outward)Pull (drag or tug objects)Turn/twist (move a body part in circular motion)Bend (bend downward and forward by bending the spine at waist)Reach (extend hands and arms in any direction)Handle (seize, hold turn with hands)Repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and fingers.Hearing and speaking to exchange information.Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment.Consistently exposed to weather conditions, fumes, and loud noise.JOB REQUIREMENTS:Must share our Core Values: Do the Right Thing, Be Curious, Have Passion, and Be Innovative.Educational background must include a high school diploma and two years of formal technical trainingMust have proven knowledge of the principles of electricity and electrical design.Valid MN Electrician LicenseMust be a licensed journeyman electrician or an experienced apprentice electrician willing/able obtain their journeyman licenseTwo years of Journeyman’s experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures from blueprints, schematics and sketches or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience1-2 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areasExperience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentA thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposesHigh degree of precision working with minimum tolerances requiredExposed to high voltage electricityRequires a valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain an insurable driving recordAbility to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair workMust be highly safety consciousMust be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshootingWilling to work any shift and overtime as requiredMust be willing to travel as there may be some overnight field service work involved from time to time, this may also include traveling with very short notice at times