Industrial Electrician

Overview

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• $35-41 per hour based on experience
• Schedule:
  
  4–10’s either Sun–Wed or Wed–Sat
• Rotating 24/7 on‑call duties
• 6am to 4pm shift

Work Location: 12940 Hwy 181 South San Antonio, TX 78223

Savage is currently hiring an Electrician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and controls for coal handling operations. The Electrician will assist Operations to provide coal to the customer’s bunkers daily. You will be part of the Maintenance Team.

• A safety-focused culture that appreciates our team members
• Uniforms and laundry service
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing
• Built-in overtime
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k)
• A commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possible

• Actively participate in Savage’s safety programs
• Perform daily inspections of the equipment for safety, mechanical, and electrical deficiencies
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems on the facility and mobile equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, PLC, and field device systems
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Partner with the Maintenance Supervisor to learn and utilize the CMMS system as a tool for organization of corrective and preventative maintenance record keeping
• Other general maintenance duties as required (e.g., changing conveyor rollers, greasing, etc.)
• Collaborate with team members outside the maintenance department, including operations team members, off‑site maintenance personnel, coordinators, and management, to ensure the overall success of the operation
• Candidate must have a good understanding of customer service

• High school diploma or GED
• 2‑5 years electrical maintenance experience in an industrial setting
• Understand electrical, instrumentation, VFD drives, and field devices
• Knowledge and practical experience with DCS in an industrial setting; preferred
• Understand the industrial process and how the different components in a facility interact (Conveyors, Train unloading system, Crushers, Feeders, Pumps, etc.)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Willingness to learn and a sense of urgency in performing tasks and duties
• Experience in material handling operations is preferred
• Welding skills and heavy equipment experience are a plus
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined by Savage
• Willingness to work Monday‑Friday, overtime, and weekends on‑call as needed in all weather conditions

• This position works primarily in an outdoor environment with minimal to high concentrations of coal dust
• Must be able to work in extreme weather, such as wind, heat, and cold
• Must have the ability and willingness to perform the essential physical functions of the position:
  • Work at heights as well as climbing stairs and ladders
  • Lift up to 50 pounds; lifting or moving objects over 50 pounds should use extra manpower or machine‑assisted techniques
  • Climb on and off fixed and mobile equipment
  • Routinely climb stairs, ladders, and work at various heights
  • Wear a respirator and all required personal protective equipment (job dependent)
  • Shovel, sweep, and wash with hoses as directed
  • Perform maintenance work in confined and tight spaces
  • Required to wear proper personal protective equipment as the environment and the position dictate
  • Required to pass annual OSHA respirator and pulmonary function tests