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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.
$58,721 / year median in North Carolina
+5% projected growth
Job Description
- Ability to work in team-oriented maintenance environment under stipulated time, support after hours and breakdown calls on weekends
- Be able to perform physically demanding tasks repetitively for extended periods of time (i.e. lifting up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, standing, pushing and/or pulling)
- Ability to learn from supervisor and follow instructions
- Basic math and English skills
- Good teamwork needed to work effectively in Electrical Department
- The job involves working safely with high speed winders, hot godets, conveyers, dryers, lighting circuits
- Essential knowledge in 3-phase wiring, motor controls, variable speed drives, DC motors, etc.
- Good ability to learn and develop skills in electrical troubleshooting, predictive & preventive maintenance & breakdown maintenance of spinning machines and related equipments under the supervision of Electrical Engineer.
- Ability to trouble shoot lighting circuits and rectify
- Assist in upgrades to electrical equipment under the supervision of Electrical Engineer
- Ability to read/comprehend oral and written instructions
- Ability to work on computers to generate breakdown and maintenance work orders. Using our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), you receive work orders, identify faulty equipment, and acquire parts and equipment to complete repairs
- Assist Inventory management of electrical consumables and spare parts.
- Work under emergency, critical or dangerous situations.
- Meeting deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Making independent decisions
- Housekeeping a must - Competitive pay based on experience.