What are the responsibilities and job description for the D Shift Electrician - (Commercial) position at Tarkett?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Electrician will provide electrical support to the Extrusion Department regarding equipment troubleshooting, electrical device installation, new equipment installation, and process improvements. The Electrician will work in conjunction with the maintenance, production, and engineering departments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.
www.tarkett-group.com
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.
The Electrician will provide electrical support to the Extrusion Department regarding equipment troubleshooting, electrical device installation, new equipment installation, and process improvements. The Electrician will work in conjunction with the maintenance, production, and engineering departments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct advanced troubleshooting of equipment and/or processes through the effective use of electrical theory, meters, equipment manuals and schematics, and any other resource(s) available.
- Troubleshoot motors, controllers, and advanced motor controls, such as VFD’s, technical sensors, lasers, and situation monitors.
- Assist the maintenance staff in operational debug of machine controllers, motors, motor controls, sensors, and all other related components in a timely and efficient manner utilizing Tarkett standard techniques and approach.
- Communicate with the project “team” to ensure a constant level of project awareness.
- Collaborate with the controls engineer and/or controls technician, who is responsible for ensuring all schematics and/or backup programs of PLC’s, HMI, camera systems, etc, are kept current and correct.
- Other duties as directed by the supervisor.
- Electrical Schooling or training and 3 years of electrical experience is a plus.
- Must be able to use power tools and electrical test equipment.
- Must be able to run conduit and pull wire.
- Must be able to size starters, breakers and other electrical components.
- Must have knowledge of AC and DC drives.
- Must have a basic knowledge of PLC’s.
- Must be able to operate a lift truck, scissor lift and other motorized equipment.
- Must be trained in and accountable for lock-out / tag-out policies and procedures.
- Must be able to bend, climb, stretch, lift, and kneel.
- Must be able to work without direct supervision.
- Must be a self-starter and team player capable of multitasking and prioritizing projects.
- Must be able to initiate and install suggestions for upgrading electrical components and improving manufacturing processes.
- Must be able to read and understand basic wiring schematics and calculate electrical loads.
- Must be willing to work weekends and overtime on a regular basis
- Sunday through Tuesday, 7 am to 7 pm (A Shift)
- Sunday through Tuesday, 7 pm to 7 am (B Shift)
- Thursday through Saturday, 7 am to 7 pm (C Shift)
- Thursday through Saturday, 7 pm to 7 am (D Shift)
- A commitment that Safety is #1
- Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
- Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
- We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
- We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
- We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.
With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.
www.tarkett-group.com
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.