Department Physical Plant Location Beatrice Job Category Support Staff Job Type FT Posting Number 01800 Position End Date Position Summary Information General Description of Position Under the general direction and supervision of the Superintendent, the Maintenance Worker II – Electrician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of all electrical motors, machines, fixtures, and wiring or any electrical extensions as required by the college. The Maintenance Worker II Electrician assists in HVAC maintenance, plumbing, and general maintenance throughout the Plant as required. Safely and accurately execute plans of electrical wiring for well-functioning lighting, intercom, and other electrical systems. This position may be assigned or responsible for other general maintenance, construction, or physical plant responsibilities such as grounds or custodial services as needed by the College. This is a full-time regular position based on a 260-day work calendar. Essential Functions • Install, maintain and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems. • Perform Complete Maintenance and Repairs on Electrical Appliances (Weekly) Includes fans, buffers, drills, vacuum cleaners, extension cords. Disassemble. • Perform general electrical maintenance and circuit breaker corrective maintenance • Inspect for problem, check with electronic motor or test light. Order parts necessary to make repairs. Make repairs and reassemble. • Inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components, troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate of testing devices and repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, or fixtures. • Perform Maintenance and Repair on Electric Motors: Remove conductors from motor. Remove motor from mounting frame. Disassemble motor. Clean, replace bearings or bushings or other parts. Reassemble and install. Maintain Magnetic Switches (Motor Contactors or Lighting Relays), remove covers, check voltage, check continuity. Disassemble, replace bad parts. Reassemble and place back in circuit. • Maintain Circuit Breaker: Check load on circuit breaker using amp meter. Disconnect conductors from breaker, install new breaker, connect conductors, replace cover on breaker panel. • Maintain P.A. System: Check standby batteries. Check acid level, add battery water if needed. Clean top of batteries. • Maintain Emergency Lighting: Check wet cell batteries. Add fluid if needed. Clean battery. Replace bad batteries. Replace bad jell cell batteries as needed. • Operation and Maintenance on Fire Alarm System. • Remodeling Projects: Shut down alarm system in area that is being remodeled Remove smoke and heat detectors Install new conduit and wiring for detectors Install new detectors and activate alarm circuit • Clean Detectors: Shut down alarm system, clean faulty detectors Activate alarm circuit Maintain Transformer Vault. • Clean transformer vault using cleaning equipment. Check voltage and amperage on secondary side of transformer and record. • Assists with General Maintenance as assigned: assist the plumbing and heating specialist with mechanical or electrical problems. Assist the refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic with mechanical or electrical problems. • Assist in programming and maintaining Climate Control System/HVAC systems, perform complete maintenance and repair including changing motors, belts and filters, greasing motors and pulleys, bleeding air from the system and adjusting the fresh-air intake, adjust individual room temperatures and assist in operating the Building Automation System. • Supervise assigned workers: Work with and closely supervise workers, including student workers, assigned to work with the person in this position. • Coordinate electrical installation on remodeling projects: Meet with department head to review plans. Make up estimate on materials and cost for projects. Order materials for projects. Proceed with electrical installation. • Maintain Inventory on Electrical Equipment and Materials: Check stock. Order materials. • Assist in Budget Preparation: Budget for electrical needs. • Inspect Electrical Work while in process and upon completion. • Monitor and work of contractors. Review the operation of equipment installed by contractors. • Maintain electronic key-lock/access systems. • Delegate work orders to assigned workers. Inspect electrical work being done by assigned staff or student workers. • Maintain Work Orders and Time Sheets on a daily basis. • Change Light Bulbs/Repair Light Fixtures: Change light bulbs or repair light fixtures in gymnasium, tennis courts, street lights, security lights, and racquetball courts. Use scaffold or step ladder for interior lights. Use extended scaffold on forklift or bucket truck for exterior lights. Remove shade or open fixture, change bulb or repair light fixture. • Operate Equipment and Hand Tools: Responsible for safe operation of hand tools, equipment while performing various essential functions of the position. This includes pliers, dikes, screwdrivers, nut drivers, pipe wrenches, socket wrenches, vise grips, hammers, crescent wrench, pipe threader, pipe cutter, power vise threaders, electric drills, hammer drills, torch, flaring tool, levels, gasket cutter, hacksaw, bearing puller, reciprocating saw, wet-dry vacuum cleaners, tin-working tools, volt meters, ohm meters, amp meters, circuit bracer, fluorescent tube and ballast tester, watt/voh meter recorder, a/c amp recorder, outlet tester, tick tracer, pedestal buffer and grinder, drill press. • Communicate with supervisors and staff in a professional and accurate manner on a daily basis. • Read, review, understand, interpret and utilize blueprints and other schematic diagrams. Must be able to construct or remodel according to prepared plans. Promote a Culture of Belonging Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all. Marginal Functions • Assist in the maintenance of all custodial and maintenance equipment. • Assist with snow removal. • Drive/operate 1/2 to 3/4 ton pickup to transport self and deliver position-related equipment to various locations on campus. • Drive/operate aerial bucket to transport self and deliver position-related equipment to various locations on campus. • Drive/operate passenger car or 1/2 to 3/4 ton pickup to transport self to pick up emergency repairs off campus. • Perform other related duties within division/program as assigned. • May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required. • Perform other College functions and duties as assigned. • Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Knowledge of electrical codes and requirements. Skill and ability to use this knowledge. • Knowledge and ability to safely work around electrical lines and transformers with voltages from 110 volts to 4160 volts. • Ability to read, understand and/or follow instructions related to hazardous materials: PCB in transformer oil and ballasts; asbestos; mercury in light bulbs; high pressure sodium, metal halide, fluorescent and mercury vapor; parts cleaner solvents. • Ability to transport and use ladders of all sizes, a hijacker and a rental boom truck. • Ability to operate equipment such as trucks, automobiles, tractors, forklifts, power hand tools and other equipment as required. • Ability to work and communicate with a diverse group of students, staff and public. • Ability to work as a productive member of a maintenance team using the established practices, procedures and policies of the college and directives of supervisor. • Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting and moving techniques. • PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Stand on feet for extended periods of time. • Walk on hard surface. • Lift 80 lbs. on regular basis. • Carry 50 lbs. on regular basis. • Bend, stoop, or squat to floor level on repetitive basis. • Hand-eye coordination to operate equipment. • Reach overhead on a repetitive basis. • Climb on ladders or scaffolding to heights of 24 feet. • Work outside under extreme hot and cold conditions. • Work in areas with noises, some requiring use of hearing protection. • Work in areas requiring use of safety glasses. • Work in areas involving dusts, odors, fumes and gases. • Work inside under extreme hot conditions. • Work outside under extreme cold conditions. • Ability to work professionally and cooperatively with others. • Ability to communicate effectively both in writing, in person, and on the phone. • Ability to use basic computer skills. • The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Minimum Qualifications • High school graduate or GED. • Minimum of four (4) years related work experience in the electrical field, or minimum of three (3) years’ related work experience with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Electrical Technology. • Currently hold an Electrical Journeyman’s License. Desired Qualifications • Experience in Commercial wiring. • Experience operating a Building Automation System. • Experience working from a blueprint start to finish of Construction Projects of various sizes. Salary $23.59 per hour Benefits SCC BEN Dollars – Eligible Employees: Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee’s paycheck. Any SCC Ben Dollars that the employee does not elect to use for the purchase of dependent health and dental insurance will be paid to the employee in cash at $0.93 per $1.00 benefit dollar. All amounts paid are subject to withholding for income and employment taxes, but not subject to the College’s contribution toward the Retirement Savings Plan – Group Retirement Account (GRA). Schedule Normal working hours for this full-time regular position are scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, requiring a minimum of a 40-hour work week, based on a 260-day work calendar. Scheduled special activities, emergencies, or temporary schedule changes may require hours outside of the regular workday or workweek. Posting Detail Information Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer. Open Date 02/16/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete this application, contact Human Resources at 402-437-2553.
See More Details >>Koch Fertilizer Beatrice, LLC is adding an Entry Level - Instrumentation & Electrical Technician to the team to support the maintenance group and continued health of the facility by troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on equipment leading to increased uptime and reliability. Our Benefits Package Includes: Starting pay rates from $28 - $38 / hour depending on skills and experience Bonus eligible - including sign on bonus! Flexible schedule option of 4/10’s or 5/8’s for work-life balance Immediate Vacation Available What You Will Do: Calibration, installation, and preventive maintenance, repair or replacement on a variety of instruments including but not limited to various pressure, temperature and level devices. Verification and validation of Electronic Control Systems; Safety Instrument Systems (SIS), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Manage daily maintenance work-flow activities utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and other instrument software systems. Electrical work on installation of new services, trouble shooting, grounding and repairs. Calibration, installation, and preventive maintenance on variable frequency drives, electric motors, motor control centers and mechanical relay services. Be able to adjust, make repairs to electrical, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems used in indication, at our facility. Help develop and implement maintenance process improvements and standard work procedures. Travel for training opportunities to different locations. Perform general maintenance work, such as valve replacement, torquing of flanges on piping, and heat exchanger work. Occasionally respond to callouts and work overtime as needed. Perform work in a safe manner that adheres to all regulatory guidelines (OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, etc.) Physical Considerations: Climb stairs, ladders, ladders on vessels and columns, ladders associated with scaffolds in excess of 100 feet Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and push and pull up to 150 lbs. Work in hot, cold, and inclement climate conditions Required to wear any or all of the following PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, FRC, acid suits, breathing air, gloves, safety boots, respirators, ACR Flash suits, and encapsulated suits. PPE use is in accordance with the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for a given task Work in confined spaces with supplied breathing air and congested areas Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Experience interpreting electrical drawings, one lines, and Process Instrument Diagrams (P&ID's), and loop diagrams Experience calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, and installing instrumentation or electrical equipment What Will Put You Ahead Instrumentation / Electrical degree or certification or related field Experience in an industrial and/or chemical environment or military equivalent experience This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. For this role, we anticipate paying $28 - $38 per hour. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy . Who We Are As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: This role is subject to a pre-hire medical test. Koch Fertilizer Beatrice, LLC is adding an Entry Level - Instrumentation & Electrical Technician to the team to support the maintenance group and continued health of the facility by troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on equipment leading to increased uptime and reliability. Our Benefits Package Includes: Starting pay rates from $28 - $38 / hour depending on skills and experience Bonus eligible - including sign on bonus! Flexible schedule option of 4/10’s or 5/8’s for work-life balance Immediate Vacation Available What You Will Do: Calibration, installation, and preventive maintenance, repair or replacement on a variety of instruments including but not limited to various pressure, temperature and level devices. Verification and validation of Electronic Control Systems; Safety Instrument Systems (SIS), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Manage daily maintenance work-flow activities utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and other instrument software systems. Electrical work on installation of new services, trouble shooting, grounding and repairs. Calibration, installation, and preventive maintenance on variable frequency drives, electric motors, motor control centers and mechanical relay services. Be able to adjust, make repairs to electrical, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems used in indication, at our facility. Help develop and implement maintenance process improvements and standard work procedures. Travel for training opportunities to different locations. Perform general maintenance work, such as valve replacement, torquing of flanges on piping, and heat exchanger work. Occasionally respond to callouts and work overtime as needed. Perform work in a safe manner that adheres to all regulatory guidelines (OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, etc.) Physical Considerations: Climb stairs, ladders, ladders on vessels and columns, ladders associated with scaffolds in excess of 100 feet Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and push and pull up to 150 lbs. Work in hot, cold, and inclement climate conditions Required to wear any or all of the following PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, FRC, acid suits, breathing air, gloves, safety boots, respirators, ACR Flash suits, and encapsulated suits. PPE use is in accordance with the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for a given task Work in confined spaces with supplied breathing air and congested areas Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Experience interpreting electrical drawings, one lines, and Process Instrument Diagrams (P&ID's), and loop diagrams Experience calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, and installing instrumentation or electrical equipment What Will Put You Ahead Instrumentation / Electrical degree or certification or related field Experience in an industrial and/or chemical environment or military equivalent experience This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. For this role, we anticipate paying $28 - $38 per hour. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy . Who We Are As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: This role is subject to a pre-hire medical test.
See More Details >>Job Description We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, The Toro Company is a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. Key Responsibilities • Assist in development, fabrication, programming, installation, documentation, and support of automated manufacturing equipment across sites in the Toro network. • Specification, design, integration, programming, installation, and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing equipment and systems to support fabrication, weld, paint, assembly, and testing of finished goods. • Help develop, deploy, and maintain documentation and software for equipment including schematics, maintenance spares lists, and operating instructions, and programs and other software. • Collaborate with other sites to evaluate existing equipment for opportunities to upgrade for data acquisition, increased automation, efficiency, or additional functionality. • Maintain development project budgets and inventory. • Consult or assist in modification of existing equipment to optimize performance or integrate new features. • Develop or assist in development of capital requests for projects. • Manage system development, optimization, and support projects effectively. Frequently report verbally and in writing on project status. • Provide formal and informal technical training to production associates, site mechatronics leads, and other staff as necessary. • Support manufacturing lines by providing technical troubleshooting of automated equipment. • Stay informed of new industrial technology and report how it can be utilized in the plant. Requirements • Bachelors Degree or higher in Electromechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar discipline. • Working knowledge of automated electrical systems including electrical wiring, control circuits, programming, troubleshooting, etc. • Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems including AC standard and servo motor drives, PLC integration, electromechanical control circuits involving pneumatic and hydraulic components. • Experience with computer drafting software such as AutoCAD, Creo Parametric, Creo View, Windchill, or similar. • Knowledge of automation, electrical, and safety compliance codes. • Periodic travel up to 40% may be required for installation or support of systems. • Flexible hours to cover off-hours support. • Strong mechanical aptitude. • Desire to learn new skills and maintain knowledge of new technologies.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Beatrice, NE typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in Beatrice last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 49 electricians in Beatrice, with wages averaging $305.50 per week for apprentices and $343.50 per week for experienced professionals. Trade schools and local unions help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
