Maintenance Electrician I (night shift)

Covestro; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 57,859 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Covestro is hiring a Maintenance Electrician for night shifts in Massachusetts, supporting extrusion processes, electrical/control systems, and related maintenance tasks.

The role emphasizes safe practices, troubleshooting, and collaboration with engineering and operations to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• High school or trade school diploma.
• Massachusetts state electrician license with apprenticeship.
• 1 year of electrical experience; or 3+ years of commercial electrical experience.
• Experience with 480V / 3 phase systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair electrical equipment and instrumentation.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Install, improve or modify electrical, controls and instrumentation equipment.
• Provide project support for electrical, instrumentation and electrical control systems projects.
• Work with engineering, construction services and manufacturing in a team environment.
• Maintain safety and PPE, and follow lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical license

480V 3-Phase

Industrial maintenance

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Electrical apprenticeship

Trade school

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Instrumentation experience

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

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. The incumbent while also working with minimum supervision, will support the manufacturing facility and operations in a variety of troubleshooting, repairs, installation and operational tasks associated with electrical and controls equipment (& mechanical) operation and performance.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair of 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 with respect to a given problem 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 in effort to improve quality and efficiency, reduce equipment downtime and minimize need for outside services
• Maintaining 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 participate in department safety and housekeeping activities.
• Covestro will supply all tools

Basic Qualifications

• High school or trade school diploma
• State Electricians License (State of Massachusetts preferred) with completed electrical apprenticeship program
• At least 1 year of industry related electrical experience; OR 3+ years of commercial electrical experience
• Experience working with 480V / 3 Phase systems

Knowledge and Skills

• 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, stoop and bend at the knees and waist without concern
• Diligent and conscientious worker, self-starter, motivated and possessing self-directive capabilities and also function well as a team member
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, accountability and responsibility for all tasks
• Ability to "learn on the fly" and be open to changes in a fast-paced environment

This is a night shift role - approximately 7pm to 7am on a rotating schedule

The starting pay for this role is $41.56/hour + shift differential

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.