Electrician - VT

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

• Ensure all service, repairs, and modifications of electrical activities are completed safely, efficiently and to acceptable levels of workmanship.P
• Promote a culture of excellence through fully implementing all QEHS programs, demonstrating personal ownership and accountability, and supporting continuous improvement programs.

JOB SCOPE/DIMENSIONS:

The Electrician is a key operations support role that is required to work with all departments within the Ludlow Operation.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be capable of learning operational equipment process flow and understands how equipment interlocking works.

• Must be capable of performing or learning to perform layout, installation, repair, programming, maintenance and replacement of electrical, PLC components, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and electronic circuits, such as controls, motors, transformers, switchboards, and instruments.

• Must be capable of performing or learning to read and understand blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and equipment cut sheets as well as understand verbal instructions set forth.

• Runs wire, cable, and conduit. Connects power source and installs switch panels, junction boxes, control panels, etc.

• Repairs, maintains and overhauls equipment, control panels, building structures and machinery. Works with or directs outside contractors, as required.

• Operates mobile equipment to move machines.

• Diagnoses electrical problems and corrects by repairing, replacing or recommending other appropriate action.

• Performs various work of a mechanical nature.

• Maintains records, assigned work area(s).

• Attends and successfully completes all training necessary to maintain proper knowledge to perform the duties of this position (i.e., PLC training, VFD operation and set-up, vendor sponsored classes, etc.).

• May be required to instruct or assist in the instruction or training of others.

• Assists with special projects, as assigned.

• Provides technical assistance and support to plant problem-solving activities involving quality, production, environmental, maintenance, and/or change management issues.

• Assists in analyzing equipment failures, investigating problems and offering solutions.

• Must be capable of performing or learning problem-solving skills involving plant electrical issues and effectively utilize computer applications.

• Must possess strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to write routine reports

• Required to respond to call-outs, work weekends, and overtime on an as needed basis to keep operational equipment operating.

OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS

Outdoor work in all weather conditions.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED (Associates Degree or higher level degree in electrical engineering, industrial electronics or other electrical-related technical discipline preferred).

• Three to five years related-experience in industrial manufacturing, mining or milling environment.

Knowledge, skills, abilites, and other characteristics:

• Ability to troubleshoot, repair and maintain electrical components, electronic circuits and PLC controls in industrial facility.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as electrical and mechanical repair manuals, structural drawings, technical procedures, and safety manuals.

• Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills involving plant electrical issues and effectively utilize computer applications.

• Ability to troubleshoot, program, and design PLC/HMI systems.

• Must possess strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Must utilize good communication and interpersonal skills to safely and efficiently meet goals and objectives of the location.

• Must be willing to travel to other Montana Operations to assist as needed.

• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.

• Must be willing and able to work across a multi-disciplined team to solve complex issues within the plant.