Why work for us?

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim US offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future we need people who are passionate about sustainability, are driven to shape and influence perception and keen to build, grow and thrive in our high-performance culture. Are you ready to build progress with us?

Overview

The Electrician is responsible for all electrical maintenance activities at the plant. The incumbent is responsible that electrical work is completed is a safe, efficient and timely manner and in compliance with environmental requirements. The position will include the diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of fixed electrical equipment, mechanical equipment, systems and machinery. Overtime may be required and shift may be adjusted for business needs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Promote electrical safety and safe work practices in the workplace with subordinates.
• Responsible to motivate, train and educate the Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians to maximize their productivity and the quality of their work.
• Responsible to promote electrical preventive and predictive maintenance programs. This includes conducting systematic inspections on all plant electrical equipment, collection of quantitative data, its’ organization and analysis using a variety of traditional as well as technically advanced diagnostic tools.
• Responsible for the accurate documentation of electrical schematics and stores spare parts inventory.
• Participates in defining, developing and executing equipment and process modifications to improve reliability, reduce costs and/or improve safety. Provide electrical knowledge and support for plant maintenance and PLC control projects.
• Reliable plant electrical equipment operation
• Reliable plant instrumentation equipment operation
• Routinely walk the plant to inspect electrical and mechanical equipment and parts and systems in need of repair or replacement.
• Communicate with Plant Management on a daily basis to discuss items in need of repair.
• Maintain electrical/mechanical systems associated with crushers, conveyor belts, pulleys, pumps, screens and screen bearings.
• Prior to undertaking any diagnosis or repair, conduct a job safety analysis to identify and isolate any hazards such as energy (lock-out, tag-out), working at heights, confined spaces, etc.
• Always ensure all safety guards are on equipment when it is energized
• Report all incidents, accidents, near misses and first aid events to Supervisors as soon as possible. Complete incident reports as instructed.
• Attend and actively participate in regular safety toolbox talks, production meetings and trainings
• Adhere to all Company Safety, Environmental, Compliance, Human Resources and Plant policies and procedures.
• Work involves replacing or repairing worn or damaged components/systems. Installs, replaces or repairs electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures, electrical motors, generators, industrial storage batteries, hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems and other electrical components.
• Periodically tests and troubleshoots electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.

Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Required Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years heavy industry electrical & instrumentation experience.

• Experience with troubleshooting/installation 120V – 480V electrical systems
• PLC and relay logic troubleshooting experience a plus.
• Proficient in hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Welding skills are desirable.
• Strong safety-orientation
• Ability to work overtime.

Working knowledge of:

• Lighting systems
• Plant power distribution system
• Instrumentation devices & systems
• Motor drives and controls
• Communication systems
• Stand-by power systems