Maintenance - Industrial Electrician I

Maintenance - Industrial Electrician I at NWPX Infrastructure Maintenance - Industrial Electrician I at NWPX Infrastructure in Washington, West Virginia Posted in 1 day ago.

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Full-Time Job Description:

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE

The Electrician services and performs preventive/predictive maintenance on plant electrical systems and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using and . Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Connect wires to , transformers, or other components. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical , equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system. Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment to ensure conformance to building & safety codes. Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps. Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and , using hand tools and power tools. Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes. Fasten small or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets. Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects. Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services. Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to the supervisor. Record and maintain production, repair, and equipment maintenance information for CMMS applications. Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and order parts using purchasing protocols Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications. Maintain and secure work tools; Clean shop and work areas Safely operate mobile machinery certified to use An Electrician "II" may help to direct Electrician "I's" in the performance of their duties and provide on the job (OJT) training as necessary

JOB SCOPE

This position provides specialty support to the maintenance department and departments throughout the facility.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

This position may interact within all levels of the Northwest Pipe organization. Additionally, this position may have contact with business partners, customers, vendors, visitors and / or government agencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent to draw and interpret bar graphs Ability to apply common sense understand to carry out detailed written and oral instructions Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, and/or schedule format Knowledge of predictive maintenance protocols and tools Must have the ability to operate the following equipment: Hand tools, stationary equipment, vehicles Must be able to use precision measuring equipment Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence Reading gauges and watching guides Ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, multitask and work independently with attention to detail Ability to work against and meet deadlines Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office applications.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) Successful completion of apprenticeship program strongly desired

ELECTRICIAN I

- under regular supervision an Electrician I is responsible for installing, servicing and repairing wiring, conduits, fixtures and other electrical devices, systems and equipment in a demanding industrial manufacturing environment. Assists in the departmental housekeeping and safety efforts, orders parts required to maintain repair part inventories, and works collaboratively with equipment repair mechanics, production counterparts, and vendors to ensure production work flow. Performance expected to be at an entry level capacity.

ELECTRICIAN II

- an Electrician II is responsible for items described for an Electrician I but require stronger work experience within each function. Limited supervision required. May help to direct Level I Electricians in the performance of their duties and provide them on the job training (OJT) as necessary. Performance expected to be at an intermediate to advanced level capacity. Promotion from Electrician I based on criteria determined by management. Lead Designations (Lead A & B) - duties include those described for an Electrician "A" but include the performance of some supervisory and administrative duties. Additionally a Lead Electrician will dispense work assignments to mechanics and electricians as well as other maintenance personnel. B-Level Leads are subordinate to A-Levels.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Electrical License, Plant Journeyman or higher strongly desired

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environmental conditions for this position include inclement outdoor extremes of cold, heat, dust, wind and various forms of precipitation. Walking, moving around and or standing 6-8 hours or more per day. Walking includes moving within a 100 acre facility with dirt roads and uneven ground. Recurring climbing and descending of stairs throughout the day to perform work at heights. Work for this position can be performed at an elevated station and requires comfort with heights and balance. A minimum amount of sitting may be required for this position. There is repetitive hand-wrist, elbow and shoulder motion required for this position for approximately 6-8 hours during the work day. Lifting and or retrieving items of 0-50 pounds without assistance; 50 - 100 pounds with assistance and 100+ pounds with mechanical assistance. In the course of a normal day additional physical activities include bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, twisting, reaching and climbing ladders. Exposure to a wide range of varying degrees of moderate to excessive noise levels. Sight must be within normal ranges to determine that machines are running properly. Specific vision abilities also include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth and the ability to adjust and focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity:

Over 2/3 of the time:

Walking:

Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Communicating:

Expressing or exchanging ideas and information accurately, in written or diagram form. Up to 2/3 of the time:

Standing/Sit:

Remaining upright in a stationary position, particularly for sustained periods.

Talking:

Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Hearing:

Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound. Less than 1/3 of the time:

Climbing:

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. (This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.)

Balancing:

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. (This factor is important if the amount and kind of balancing the amount and kind of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.)

Stooping:

Positions self to you may need to do this while picking up materials and/or tools (This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.)

Kneeling/Crouching:

Position self to come to rest on knee or knees while performing the job.

Crawling:

Moving about to position self to move on hands and knees or hands and feet.

Reaching:

Grabbing things from a distance above or from the side.

Pushing:

Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward downward or outward.

Pulling:

Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.

Lifting:

Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. (This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.)

Grasping:

Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm to pick up material and/or tools.

Physical Requirements:

Medium work: Exerting up to 50pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and /or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity:

The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.

Vision Requirements:

Up to 2/3 of the time: The worker is required to have color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Less than 1/3 of the time: The worker is required to have close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) The worker is required to have distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) The worker is required to have peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) The worker is required to have depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

Weather Conditions:

Over 2/3 of the time: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside. Up to 2/3 of the time: The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to extreme heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity. Less than 1/3 of the time: The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather. The worker is subject to extreme cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour. (Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity.) The worker is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

None:

The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environment condition (as in typical office or administrative work.)

Noise Levels:

Less than 1/3 of the time: Loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment) Very loud noise (examples: jack hammer work, front row at rock concert) Quiet conditions private office

Supervision Received:

General Supervision:

The incumbent normally receives little instruction on day to day work and receives general instructions on new assignment Personal Protective Equipment is required when in the

Plant, Yard or Construction Areas:

Hard Hat Safety Glasses Steel-toed Boots Hearing Protection Reflective Vest