Maintenance Electrician

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The shift Maintenance Electrician is responsible for supporting and promoting all company goals including an injury free work environment through safe work practices.  The incumbent evaluates, diagnoses, analyzes, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical (& mechanical) functions of the extrusion process including but not limited to, all electrical equipment, instrumentation and electrical / computerized process control systems.  The incumbent, while also working with minimum supervision, will support the manufacturing facility and operations in a variety of troubleshooting, repairs, installation and operational tasks associated with electrical and controls equipment (& mechanical) operation and performance.  

 

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair of all related electrical equipment & electrical instrumentation in areas of responsibility
• Responds to equipment breakdowns and returns to operation as expeditiously as possible to minimize equipment downtime & production losses
• Interprets information from various test equipment, documentation and verbal information from operations with respect to a given problem to expedite repair of equipment
• Responsible for installing, improving or modifying electrical, controls and instrumentation equipment as requested
• Provides project support to electrical, instrumentation and electrical control systems projects as necessary
• Interacts and works with engineering, construction services and manufacturing personnel in a team environment
• Be involved in continuous improvement and reliability improvement processes
• Responsible for testing, calibration, and preventive maintenance (PMs) of electrical equipment and instrumentation
• Maintains accurate records of electrical systems and tests, calibrations and PM (Preventative Maintenance) performed
• Improves personal knowledge of electrical systems and equipment operation in effort to improve quality and efficiency, reduce equipment downtime and minimize need for outside services
• Maintaining strong safety awareness and knowledge of plant electrical processes and safety procedures
• Promotes an injury-free work environment;
• Responds quickly to avoid and correct unsafe conditions and maintains equipment to ensure safe operations
• Performs  interactive safety training, and always wears all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Performs appropriate Lockout/Tagout Procedures for all machinery and equipment repairs including troubleshooting problems with existing and new installations
• Maintains good housekeeping practices within area and participate in department safety and housekeeping activities
• Covestro will supply all tools 

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma
• State Electricians License (State of Massachusetts preferred) with completed electrical apprenticeship program
• Minimum of 1 year of industry related electrical experience or minimum of 3 years of commercial electrical experience
• Experience working with 480V / 3 Phase systems

Knowledge and Skills

• Should possess solid industrial mechanical skills to complement electrical skills
• Be able to spot electrical equipment deficiencies, malfunctions and breakdowns, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair deficiencies
• Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 55 lbs of weight, climb stairs, lift and pull 10 lbs of weight in the overhead position, stoop and bend at the knees and waist without concern
• Be a diligent and conscientious worker, self-starter, motivated and possessing self-directive capabilities and also function well as a team member
• Demonstrate leadership, initiative, accountability and responsibility for all tasks
• Ability to "learn on the fly" and be open to changes in a fast-paced environment

The starting pay for this role is $42.60/hour

This is a full-time role that includes competitive pay, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, 401K with company match, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period).

YOUR APPLICATION

Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now!

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