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What they do
An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
$53,745 / year median in Florida
+9% projected growth
Job Description
SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS
Install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and parts such as control panels. Perform general electrical maintenance and inspection of electrical components. Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
- Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
- Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
- Participate in action planning process
- Track/record time and all repair parts using work orders & maintenance management system
- Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
- Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
- Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
- Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
- Follows basic blueprints, specifications or verbal instructions and plans the intended location of wiring and equipment.
- Measure, cut, assemble and install electrical wiring and conduit, stripping, splicing and soldering as necessary.
- Attaches cables and wiring to the incoming electrical service and to various fixtures and machines that use electricity.
- Perform basic adjustments and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components
- Set up, operate, and tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies.
- All other duties assigned by supervisor.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Keep work and surrounding area safe, clean and free of debris
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports directly to the maintenance supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS
- Prefer High School Diploma/GED
- 3 Years maintenance experience
- 3 Years industrial electrician
- Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
- Knowledge of electrical systems, hand tools, and industrial equipment
- Awareness of national, state, and local electrical codes and regulations.
- Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time
- Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
- Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Possess excellent reasoning and mathematical skills
- Possess knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
- Ability to communicate effectively to all levels within the organization SAFETY
- Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
- Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc…as required
- Do not enter restricted areas
- Report immediately to supervisor any equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
- Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
- Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
- Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
- Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers
- Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back
- Never approach a saw while it is still running
- Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company