Electrical Technician

Summary/Objective

The Electrical Technician performs skilled electrical and mechanical work as well as troubleshooting abilities in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and fixtures in a Land Application System and related facilities.  

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Builds and assembles machines and mechanical components according to requirements.
2. Installs electrical wiring, conduits to house electrical wires and cables to code.
3. Performs routine maintenance on machines to ensure they operate properly.
4. Runs diagnostic testing to discover functionality issues.
5. Inspects and troubleshoots problems with existing electrical systems.
6. Installs replacement parts on existing electrical/mechanical units.
7.  Assist in maintaining inventory of replacement parts and ordering replacements.
8. Assists in the troubleshooting and repairs of pumps, motors, valves, aerators, and other devices and components.
9. Perform other general maintenance and housekeeping duties as needed.

Competencies

1. Attention to Detail
2. Prioritization Skills
3. Teamwork
4. Time Management
5. Self-Motivated
6. Technical Skills

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a manufacturing environment and routinely uses highly specialized equipment. The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, and electrical current. The employee is subject to hazards which include a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, working on scaffolds and high places, requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection and non-skid shoes. The employee is subject to outside environmental conditions with extreme cold or heat, depending on the time of year.  

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, sit, walk, stand, and listen. This employee may be required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, and frequently lift up to 50 Ibs. 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rotating weekend coverage and occasional overtime may be required as job duties demand.

Travel
Little to no travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

1. Prior Industrial Mechanic and Electrical experience preferred
2. Must have at least 5 years of Industrial Electrician experience
3. Must have prior experience with Drives, and motor controls
4. Prior PLC experience preferred
5. Familiarity with pumps and motors including control and monitoring systems.

AAP/EEO Statement

TenCate Protective Fabrics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability,  genetic information,  service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, hiring, training, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and demotion.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.