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Electrical Technical-Maintenance

Sipi Metals

Electrical Technical-Maintenance

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are expanding and looking to add a maintenance electrician to our team!

    Employee Referral Bonus offered: $1,000

    Pre-employment requirements

    • Authorized to work in the United States.
    • Fully vaccinated for Covid-19.

    Responsibilities

    • Inspect electrical equipment, wiring, fixtures, and other components to ensure they remain functional and are up to code, as well as to identify any hazards or issues.
    • Determine the reasons for any malfunctions of systems or components and create a maintenance or repair plan to solve the problem.
    • Repair electrical systems, wiring, circuit breakers, equipment, and other components so that they remain fully functional in a production environment.
    • Test systems with devices such as voltmeters, mergers, and ohmmeters to ensure the system remains safe and that components are compatible.
    • Review blueprints to understand the wiring to troubleshoot component problems
    • Provide suggestions on the lifespan of equipment and other electrical components, advising when certain components should be replaced due to potential risks.
    • Keep records of all maintenance and repair work conducted, including a record of any supplies ordered and used.
    • Ensure all routine maintenance work is handled on a regular schedule to reduce the risk of larger and more complex issues and to reduce costs.
    • Three-phase and single-phase experience required 120/240/480 volt
    • Ability to troubleshoot complex circuits
    • Experience installing Rigid and EMT conduit up to 2”
    • Lockout Tag out and Electrical Safety Experience
    • Perform other duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    You will get dirty as it is a heavy industrial facility.

    • 2 or 4-year degree in EE or EET or 3-5+ years equivalent experience
    • PLC experience – preferably Allen Bradly, some Siemens a plus – min 1 year
    • 480V 3-Phase power experience preferably in manufacturing
    • Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience
    • Ability to read electrical schematics.
    • NFPA 70 (NEC) & 70E (electrical safety) familiarity
    • Industrial manufacturing experience a plus
    • Arc flash training a plus
    • Previous experience in electrical engineering or other related fields
    • Familiarity with electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals
    • Familiarity with electrical equipment and hand tools
    • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
    • Authorized to work in the United States

    You should be proficient in:

    • PLC Troubleshooting Skills
    • Electrical Schematics
    • Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
    • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
    • Hydraulics Experience
    • PLC Programming Experience
    • PLC Wiring Experience
    • Machine Safety Inspections
    • Meets Physical Requirements
    • Basic Computer Skills
    • Customer Service
    • Bachelor's Degree

    Machines & technologies you'll use:

    • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

    Salary info:

    $22 - $30 / hr