Industrial Electrician

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Industrial Electrician : $17 - $20 hrly (based on experience) Department: Maintenance Location: Bourbonnais Reports To: Department Manager and Supervisor Type of Position:Temp to Hire SUMMARY Maintain and upgrade existing electrical systems and repair electrical equipment ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Receives work assignment from Supervisor on a daily basis and performs each task as directed Diagnoses and troubleshoots equipment and process related problems that affect productivity and quality and may result in operator safety issues for root cause and makes adjustments as able or contacts supervisor of maintenance for support as needed. Repair motors, transformers, generators, and electronic controllers on machine tools and industrial robots Installs and maintains wiring and other electrical devices Run electronic tests, cleaning contacts or circuit boards, replacing worn components, performing inspections, perform preventative maintenance, such as oiling motors, bending conduit, running new wire and installing outlets, switches and other components Troubleshoot problems during breakdowns to pinpoint the cause and fix any issues Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work in small spaces Possesses ability to learn crane and forklift operations for successful transportation of equipment Works with supervisor in a helpful, cooperative manner; working the hours required to perform the job, including overtime and even with little notice to get the job done and meet customer delivery and quality expectations. Performs other duties as required by supervisor. Assures self and others working at or near, including visitors are safe and acting in a safe manner. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Associates in Applied Science / Technical Certification/ Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent maintenance experience and in depth knowledge of PLC system programming/building/troubleshooting, electrical, hydraulics, mechanical and pneumatic repairs and troubleshooting. Changing tooling and material and making adjustments to meet first article acceptable parts with minimal waste or rework

Strong work history and especially a history of helpfulness and cooperation with all, taking initiative, troubleshooting, working independently, working whatever hours are needed, cooperative and excellent attendance. Past experience with heavy manufacturing metal processing equipment i.e. slitting, stamping, forming, punching, casting, bar processing, etc. equipment. Language Skills Ability to read, write, and speak English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic schematics in order to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Must have the ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Other Skills and Abilities Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a manufacturing plant environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The plant is not climate controlled so the temperatures can fluctuate from very cold in the winter to very warm in the summer. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and hearing protection is required. At a minimum, employees are required to wear hardhats, safety glasses, ear plugs, and gloves while working in the plant.