Maintenance -Electrical Technician at Sipi Metals Chicago, IL

Sipi Metals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus of $1,000

Job summary

Sipi Metals in Chicago, IL is expanding and seeks a Maintenance Electrical Technician to join the team. The position involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems in a heavy industrial facility. Applicants should have a 2 or 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience, along with PLC knowledge, troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with electrical safety standards. A $1,000 employee referral bonus is offered for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical engineering or related fields.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical equipment and fixtures to ensure they are functional.
• Determine reasons for malfunctions and create repair plans.
• Repair electrical systems in a production environment.
• Test systems to ensure safety and compatibility.
• Keep records of maintenance and repairs conducted.

Skills

Customer Service

PLC Troubleshooting Skills

Electrical Schematics

Electrical Troubleshooting Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills

Hydraulics Experience

PLC Programming Experience

PLC Wiring Experience

Machine Safety Inspections

Basic Computer Skills

Education

2 or 4-year degree in EE or EET

3-5+ years equivalent experience

Tools

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Job description

Maintenance -Electrical Technician job at Sipi Metals. Chicago, IL.

We are expanding and looking to add a maintenance electrician to our team!

Employee Referral Bonus offered: $1,000

Pre-employment requirements

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Fully vaccinated for Covid-19. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical equipment, wiring, fixtures, and other components to ensure they remain functional and are up to code, as well as to identify any hazards or issues.
• Determine the reasons for any malfunctions of systems or components and create a maintenance or repair plan to solve the problem.
• Repair electrical systems, wiring, circuit breakers, equipment, and other components so that they remain fully functional in a production environment.
• Test systems with devices such as voltmeters, mergers, and ohmmeters to ensure the system remains safe and that components are compatible.
• Review blueprints to understand the wiring to troubleshoot component problems
• Provide suggestions on the lifespan of equipment and other electrical components, advising when certain components should be replaced due to potential risks.
• Keep records of all maintenance and repair work conducted, including a record of any supplies ordered and used.
• Ensure all routine maintenance work is handled on a regular schedule to reduce the risk of larger and more complex issues and to reduce costs.
• Three-phase and single-phase experience required 120/240/480 volt
• Ability to troubleshoot complex circuits
• Experience installing Rigid and EMT conduit up to 2”
• Lockout Tag out and Electrical Safety Experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

You will get dirty as it is a heavy industrial facility.

• 2 or 4-year degree in EE or EET or 3-5+ years equivalent experience
• PLC experience – preferably Allen Bradly, some Siemens a plus – min 1 year
• 480V 3-Phase power experience preferably in manufacturing
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• NFPA 70 (NEC) & 70E (electrical safety) familiarity
• Industrial manufacturing experience a plus
• Arc flash training a plus
• Previous experience in electrical engineering or other related fields
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals
• Familiarity with electrical equipment and hand tools
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Authorized to work in the United States

You should be proficient in:

• Customer Service
• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Bachelor's Degree
• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Hydraulics Experience
• PLC Programming Experience
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Meets Physical Requirements
• Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)