Electrician

Location: Red Bud

Job Description

This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus; 50% paid after 30 days and 50% paid after 6 months of employment.

In addition, candidates relocating from more than 50 miles from Red Bud, IL facility are eligible for a $5,000 relocation bonus to help cover moving expenses. Employees must remain employed for 12 months to retain the relocation bonus.

$28.50 - $34.00 starting pay based on applicant skill and experience level. Annual opportunity for increase, bonus, and advancement based on performance.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Electrical Team Leader, this experienced position will be responsible for mounting, wiring, and installing, and troubleshooting various electrical components.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzes blue prints, schematics, and drawings of electrical systems.
• Diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair.
• Interpret data from electrical diagrams and schematics and complete wiring of electrical systems.
• Mount junction boxes.
• Complete wire terminations.
• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical system components (i.e. motors, drives, etc.).
• Utilize pull schedules for electrical systems.
• Cut, bend, and install conduit per electrical specifications.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with electrical codes.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures using testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Diagnose malfunctioning system components using test equipment and technical data to correct issues.
• Operate mobile equipment including: scissor lift and forklift within the safety procedures and policies prescribed.
• Regular attendance in accordance with the attendance policy.
• Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide personal tools according to the department tool list.
• Perform set-up, material handling duties, and minor general maintenance.
• Responsible for area housekeeping.
• Participate in the processes of continuous improvement including efforts to meet company smart goals.
• Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization's goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions-such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures. Potential exposure to jobsites both domestically and internationally; living accommodations in some foreign assignments may not meet expected U.S. standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, lift, push, pull, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl;

and talk and hear. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. on a regular basis is required. Must be able to stand/walk 90% of the time and sit 10% of the time. Requires the ability to work from heights while utilizing the appropriate PPE for each situation.

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILL/ ABILITY/ EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.
• Associates Degree in Electrical, Control Systems Technology, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Two (2) years of electrical experience is required.
• Ability to read blue prints, line and schematic drawings, and ladder logic is required.
• High Voltage AC and Low Voltage DS experience is required.
• NFPA
  70 training preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple time sensitive projects and issues.
• Must work well under pressure.
• Strong math skills are required.
• Must be able to perform job responsibilities at heights.
• Experience with hand held tools and assembling parts is required.
• Must possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management, in a team environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours including, but not limited to, frequent and mandatory overtime, and weekends are required.
• Must comply with Roeslein's core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.