Industrial Electrician

Novolex • Full-time • Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States • $33 - $42 / hour • 3d ago

Position Summary:

Handle electrical work for both the facility and equipment; this is a comprehensive list of responsibilities.  There are several levels of proficiency, which can be attained through the testing procedure.

Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities:

Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures.  Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards.
Follow all federal, state, local, corporate and plant rules, procedures, and guidelines associated with electrical safety.
Ensure that all quality standards are maintained when performing job duties.
Review electrical malfunctions as they occur in order to determine cause and solution.
Monitor radio and respond to calls as needed.
Determine voltage, resistance, etc. and draw dimensions and methods to be used to wire machinery.
Handle all electrical wiring, repair, modifications and upgrades as needed in the plant.
Monitor plant equipment and facilities in order to discover and prevent potential problems.
Handle emergency repairs as quickly as possible in order to minimize downtime.
When not performing electrical work, assist the maintenance team with repairs and preventive maintenance
Repair and rebuild drive motors as needed.
Familiar with control, low and high voltage circuitry.
Proficient with variable frequency drives and eddy current motors
Thorough understanding of relay logic and machine controls (push buttons, selector switches, etc.)
Experience with stop and limit switches and associated circuitry.
Experience with magnetic switches, machine interlocks, and prox switches
Remain familiar with all electrical equipment used in plant.
Work with Storeroom Supervisor to make sure material is on hand to make electrical repairs as needed.
Act as Emergency Action Support.
Replace any light fixtures/switching devices
Maintain energy control devices and circuitry
Routine electrical maintenance including but not limited to transformer cleaning; exit/emergency light surveys, infrared testing.
Keep accurate records on work completed.
Keep items such as timers and counters working properly.
Ensure that electrical dangers are minimized for employees.
Meet/achieve production goals set forth by management.
Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.
Experience interpreting blueprints, schematics and machine manuals/drawings.
Proficient with LOTO, fall protection

Candidate Requirements: 

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
Three to five years of electrical experience is needed.
General understanding of relay logic, machine controls and switching components is required
Must have proper electrical education training and be able to pass the NOCTI
Must have basic reading, math and communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting; a minimum of 50 lbs.
Carrying; a minimum of 50 lbs.
Reaching above shoulders
Use of fingers
Walking; 8  hours
Standing; 10  hours
Kneeling   1/2  hours
Bending   1/4  hours
Visual ability
Depth perception
Hearing ability

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 60.0 per week

Benefits: