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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Work is performed under the supervision of the Electrical Department Supervisor and in cooperation with the Electrical Department Leader. Key Deliverables

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical components of industrial equipment.
• Perform quality testing and inspections.
• Observe safety procedures and meet electrical codes.
• Understand and apply blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Maintain logs, and record labor, material, and equipment used. Key Activities & Responsibilities
• Serve as Electrician with technical knowledge requirements to maintain and repair such electrical equipment and facilities as: lighting, furnaces, controls, motors, hoists, lathes, drills, pumps, thermal relays, etc.
• Installation of rigid conduit, flexible power supply, and shielded cable.
• Repair of portable tools such as grinders, drills, and welders.
• Selection of proper wire sizes and types and replacement of electrical parts.
• Use trade techniques, publications, and the National Electrical Code as the guide for all work performed.
• Duties require knowledge of single-phase and three-phase AC and DC motor controls, both low and high voltage, and electrical schematics (AS and DC).
• Install transformers, breakers, and other controls, load centers, motors, lighting, etc. as required.
• Use established safety procedures and devices to protect yourself and others from electrical shock when repairing equipment.
• Use test equipment as required to assure proper circuitry, voltage, amperage, loading, etc. in the repair or maintenance of all electrical components.
• Job requires using a computer mouse to access and open/close computer documents.
• All duties must be performed in compliance with Company policies relating to safety and housekeeping. To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:
• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship and valid electricians license required.
• 0-2 years of experience within the field of general maintenance or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to work all shifts and overtime as needed
• Able to lift repetitively up to 30 lbs.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, twist, turn and grasp. Supervisor and Leadership Expectations None Our Culture and Values Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.
• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person's veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.