Maintenance Electrician

lighteracareers; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

lighteracareers seeks a skilled trades technician to install, maintain, overhaul, repair, and test various electrical systems and automated equipment. You will collaborate with engineers on prototype systems and support safety and efficiency goals on the manufacturing floor.

Applicants should have a two-year trades program or equivalent experience, ability to work any shift, and a strong safety mindset with diligence in maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Qualifications

• Two years of an accredited Trades School with certification or equivalent practical knowledge.
• Two years of work experience in their trade.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Train and direct helpers and trades workers.
• Collaborate with personnel to resolve problems using trades knowledge.
• Meet Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) requirements.
• Pass required physicals and wear PPE safely.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

English literacy

Time management

Problem solving

Electrical interfaces

Education

Trades school certificate or equivalent

Tools

Computer apps

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

Install, maintain, overhaul, repair, trouble shoot, modify, calibrate, test and prove-in all types of electronic and primary and secondary AC and DC electrical systems and equipment, and associated manufacturing control equipment characterized by highly integrated circuits, numerous components with unusual operating features, extremely critical requirements requiring the development of trouble shooting techniques due to developmental or experimental nature of designs and the absence of complete information. Involves collaboration with engineers in developing and improving design; and working on prototype automated equipment having integrated electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems; and performing necessary associated and related duties.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Two years of an accredited Trades School with certification of completion of all course work or equivalent knowledge and skill acquired by means of practical experience

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Two years of work experience (in their trade)

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

• Completion of an accredited trades training course or equivalent knowledge and skill acquired by means of practical experience.


• Must be able to work any shift or work schedule.


• Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently plan work assignments and perform duties with a minimum of direct supervision.


• Train and direct efforts of plant trades Helpers, Junior Trades Workers and Trades Workers assigned to assist in the performance of the work


• Collaborate with functional personnel in own and other organizations to resolve problems and recommend solutions based on trades knowledge


• Qualified to the Emergency Response Technician Level as specified in federal regulations meeting state and federal guidelines 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).


• Pass required physical as specified in federal and state regulations.


• Wearing protective equipment and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Machine control interface (touchscreens)


• Problem-solving, Able troubleshoot machine problems


• Reading, Writing English language


• Able to understand and read one-line diagrams and electrical schematics


• Time management


• Strong Computer skills (for looking up machine parts, machine schematic,)


• Computer app use