Senior Plant Electrician

United States·ToledoNormalsenior

Skilled Trades & Field ServicesPlant Electrician

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Key Responsibilities

low/high voltage, troubleshooting/programming PLC, 440/480v, etc. 4 to 6 years of electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment,

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Skilled Trades & Field ServicesPlant Electrician

Toledo Ice Cream, a DFA plant, has immediate job openings for a well-versed Senior Plant Electrician. The Senior Plant Electrician is responsible for installing and repairing electrical systems, apparatus and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications. Diagnose, troubleshoot, test, install and repair electrical parts, equipment, and systems.

What We Offer

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✓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 Drives (VFDs), contactors, 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.

✓Teamsters 20 Union: Pension plan & comprehensive healthcare benefits

✓Competitive pay

✓Paid vacation and holidays

✓Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!

✓Work for dairy farm families

✓Service recognition and employee rewards

✓Uniforms provided

✓Work for dairy farm families

High School Diploma or equivalent
Graduation from trade school or technical school in related discipline preferred
Minimum of 5 years’ related experience/training or equivalent combination of education and experience: low/high voltage, troubleshooting/programming PLC, 440/480v, etc.
4 to 6 years of electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, and automation system maintenance experience
Certification and/or License – Electrician journeyman license or other location specific electrician license highly preferred; Allen Bradley PLC certifications preferred

Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment: low/high voltage, troubleshooting/programming PLC, 440/480v, etc.
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