Electrician

Job title- ElectricianLocation- Kearny New Jersey 07032Shift- 5:45 pm to 6:00 am - 36/ 48 scheduleDirect HirePay rate-43/hrJOB DESCRIPTION*** Direct Hire position: 15% fee of the annualized salary*** Shift: 5:45 pm to 6:00 am - 36/ 48 schedule During training they need to be available for 5:45 am to 6:00 pm (2 to 3 months) OC Job Title: Electrical Technician SUMMARYThe purpose of the Electrical Technician is assisted in the installation and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. This role also provides maintenance repairs to industrial machinery as needed to keep a continuous manufacturing process supported. Uses man lifts, forklifts, hoists and all electrical testing equipment required. Must work safely and follow all documented and “common sense” safety policies and procedures. This individual is expected to perform as a professional, highly skilled, and exceptionally competent maintenance person. They must be able to analyze causes of breakdowns and carry out corrective measures. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Notify your supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on- the -job injury when it occurs no matter how insignificant it may seem.Take personal ownership to work safely each day and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety· Basic industrial electrical code. (local compliance issues)· Capability to read schematics and P&ID drawings· Fusing, thermal overload protection, wire sizing, motor theory, etc.· AC, DC and Servo drive system (basics)· Be able to safely conduct motor control and power circuit troubleshooting. Understand fuse sizing, take motor amp readings, understand basic DC motor control, etc.· Ability to fully troubleshoot drives-DC and AC variable frequency and communicate technically with outside technical support when needed. Ability to fully understand and properly tune the various control loops in the plant including IM/APC systems and weight control equipment. Fully competent in electrical noise avoidance-grounding, shielding, etc. (at least 2 persons, each plant)· Burner system understanding, troubleshooting and properly tuning (at least 2 persons, each plant)Basic Skills, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical gearInstall and repair complex industrial equipment · Helps to Maintains all Plant electrical and electronic sys.(a) Assist in the development of PM and Predictive maintenance program for all motors and panels · Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken components.(a) When appropriate or when plant decides lead efforts for electrical root cause analyses(b) Establish a program to monitor all critical motor in the plant. · Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other maintenance workers.(a) Be lead person for electrical downtime and trouble shooting · Replaces faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, motors, and position sensing devices. · Complies with good housekeeping practices on the job and ensures work areas are clean and picked up after each job completion. · Helps with electrical training of other maintenance personnel.(a) Help coordinate electrical training program and efforts for the plant. · Complies with safety requirements and notifies management of noted exceptions. · Follows all environmental compliance polices & programs. · Works as instructed with outside contractors.(a) Be a lead person for all electrical projects and installation that are maintenance responsibility.(b) Be maintenance contact person on automation projects. · Willing to attend annual training for new or improved electrical & PLC sys. Comply with all plant rulesComply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work areaAll other duties as assigned or neededRegular Attendance on site and ability to rotate to varying shifts SKILLS AND ABILITIES The employee should hold the following abilities: Basic Computer SkillsElectricalPLCHydraulicPneumaticsBasic Blueprint & Schematic readingBasic WeldingAble to think under pressure and make quick decisionsAbility to work well in a team or aloneAble to communicate in EnglishGood attention to detail COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES The employee must be able to: Must be able to operate a computer or other keyboard instrument EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE The employee should have the following: High School Diploma or GED EquivalentHigh school or GEDPLC Training Experience:Preferably seven- (7) years’ experience in related maintenance trade or occupation that involved electrical and electronic components in a manufacturing environment. Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must be able to work independently with minimal direct supervision with drive toward accomplishment, and to produce high quality work. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee should possess the ability to: Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for several hoursAble to climb on and off fork truckAbility to stand for 10 - 12 hours straightAble to climb and descend stairs for up to 12 hours continuouslyLift and push and pull 50lbs. More than 100 times per dayMust be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freelyExposure to temperature extremesExposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortableHandle, control, or feel objects, tools, or control--continuouslyRepetitive movements