Maintenance Electrician

Covestro AG; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 48,415 - 68,955; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Covestro AG is seeking a Shift Maintenance Electrician in Deerfield, Massachusetts. The role supports safe operations and maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical and mechanical aspects of the extrusion process, including instrumentation and process-control systems.

The position requires a Massachusetts license, an electrical apprenticeship, and experience with 480V/3‑phase systems. Starting pay is $42.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• The candidate must hold a high school diploma and possess a Massachusetts license or eligibility.
• Electrical apprenticeship completion is required or strongly preferred.
• Experience with 480V / 3‑phase electrical systems is required.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical equipment and instrumentation.
• Demonstrates safety-conscious work habits and compliance with PPE and lockout/tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair electrical equipment and instrumentation in assigned areas.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and production losses.
• Install, modify or improve electrical, controls and instrumentation equipment.
• Provide project support for electrical and control system projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction services and manufacturing staff.
• Maintain accurate records of tests, calibrations and preventive maintenance.
• Promote an injury-free work environment with strict safety practices.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Learn on the fly

Education

High School Diploma

Electrical Apprenticeship

Massachusetts License (preferred)

Tools

480V/3-Phase Systems

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Industrial mechanical skills

Job description

Role Overview

The shift Maintenance Electrician is responsible for supporting and promoting all company goals including an injury free work environment through safe work practices. The incumbent evaluates, diagnoses, analyzes, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical (& mechanical) functions of the extrusion process including but not limited to, all electrical equipment, instrumentation and electrical/computerized process control systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair all related electrical equipment & electrical instrumentation in areas of responsibility.
• Responds to equipment breakdowns and returns to operation as expeditiously as possible to minimize equipment downtime & production losses.
• Interprets information from various test equipment, documentation and verbal information from operations to expedite repair of equipment.
• Responsible for installing, improving or modifying electrical, controls and instrumentation equipment as requested.
• Provides project support to electrical, instrumentation and electrical control systems projects as necessary.
• Interacts and works with engineering, construction services and manufacturing personnel in a team environment.
• Be involved in continuous improvement and reliability improvement processes.
• Responsible for testing, calibration, and preventive maintenance (PMs) of electrical equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintains accurate records of electrical systems and tests, calibrations and PM (Preventative Maintenance) performed.
• Improves personal knowledge of electrical systems and equipment operation to improve quality and efficiency, reduce equipment downtime and minimize need for outside services.
• Maintains strong safety awareness and knowledge of plant electrical processes and safety procedures.
• Promotes an injury-free work environment; responds quickly to avoid and correct unsafe conditions and maintains equipment to ensure safe operations.
• Performs interactive safety training, and always wears all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Performs appropriate Lockout/Tagout procedures for all machinery and equipment repairs including troubleshooting problems with existing and new installations.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices within area and participates in department safety and housekeeping activities.
• Covestro will supply all tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• State Electricians License (State of Massachusetts preferred) with completed electrical apprenticeship program.
• Minimum of 1 year of industry-related electrical experience or minimum of 3 years of commercial electrical experience.
• Experience working with 480V / 3 Phase systems.
• Solid industrial mechanical skills to complement electrical skills.
• Ability to spot electrical equipment deficiencies, malfunctions and breakdowns; diagnose, troubleshoot and repair deficiencies.
• Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 55 lbs of weight, climb stairs, lift and pull 10 lbs of weight in the overhead position, and stoop and bend at the knees and waist without concern.
• Diligent and conscientious worker, self-starter, motivated, possessing self-directive capabilities and functioning well as a team member.
• Demonstrates leadership, initiative, accountability and responsibility for all tasks.
• Ability to "learn on the fly" and be open to changes in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits and Compensation

The starting pay for this role is $42.60/hour. This is a full-time role that includes competitive pay, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, 401K with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hiring and advancement are based on job-related requirements and on an individual's qualifications to perform a job. All aspects of employment are carried out free of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disabilities, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression or any unlawful criterion, existing under applicable federal, state, or local law.