What are the responsibilities and job description for the Control Box Electrician position at Merrick Machine Company?
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and skilled Control Box Electrician to join our dynamic team. This is a full-time position with occasional overtime required as needed. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach to electrical projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards such as the National Electrical Code (NEC). Licensed Journeyman Electrician is preferred but we will consider a highly experienced non-licensed person. Wage will be based on experience, and benefits package including paid vacation and company holidays.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to accurately execute electrical projects.
- Use hand tools, power tools, ohmmeters, and other testing equipment to diagnose issues and verify system integrity.
- Cabinet and Panel Fabrication: Layout and wire industrial control panels and cabinets based on technical specifications and schematics.
- Collaborate with production team and Engineers to coordinate electrical installations and upgrades efficiently.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical issues in systems involving PLCs, hydraulic pump motors, and AC/DC electrical motors.
- Document logs of work performed and parts used
- Run conduit and wire complex machinery, ensuring all sensors, actuators, and power components are correctly installed.
- Perform point to point continuity testing and assist in the initial power up and testing of automated machinery.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an control box electrician.
- Strong knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), schematics, and electrical schematics reading.
- Hands-on experience with low voltage and high voltage systems in manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with installing and troubleshooting proximity sensors, laser guides, and limit switches.
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, ohmmeters, and other diagnostic equipment.
Join us in creating high-quality control systems that power our innovative manufacturing solutions! We value energetic professionals who are eager to apply their electrical expertise in a dynamic environment while ensuring safety and quality at every step.
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25