Sr. Electrician

Sr. Electrician

#34266

Location:

St Paul, MN

Company:
St. Paul Beverage Solutions

Category:
Maintenance

Job Description

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Diagnose, troubleshoot, test, install, and repair electrical parts, equipment and systems; install or replace circuit breakers, fuses, and variable speed

* Work on electrical equipment including but not limited to Frequency Ddrives (VFDs), contractors, overload devices, fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring

* Safely work with multi-phase, high voltage and low voltage electrical systems

* Troubleshoot and resolve control networks, instrumentation, PLC devices (Programmable Logic Control), HMI (Human Machine Interface), VFD, servo, and control problems

* Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

* Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, distribution systems, motor control centers, and motors

* Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime

* Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

* Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques

* Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes

* Anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance

* Perform and assist in all operations maintenance activities, in accordance with national, state and local electrical codes

* Use a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., SAP) to record and access maintenance related information

* Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

* Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

* The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* High school diploma or equivalent

* Graduation from trade school or technical school in related discipline preferred

* 4 to 6 years of electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and automation system maintenance experience

* Certification and/or License - Electrician journeyman license or other location specific electrician license; master electrician preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment

* Considerable knowledge and application of national, state, local building codes, OSHA, and standard industry safety rules/regulations pertaining to electrical work

* Able to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in electrical maintenance activities

* Able to use to use ladders and scaffolding in a safe, efficient manner

* Able to work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints

* Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time

* Able to perform complex or complicated electrical activities/repairs independently

* Able to complete projects from planning to installation

* Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

* Able to work effectively in a team environment

* Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

* Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

* Basic computer skills

* Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary:

$35.00 + / hour