Becoming an electrician in Fort Payne, AL, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the latest data, the average wage for electricians in Fort Payne is approximately $762.50 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $818 per week. With a growing demand for electrical services and infrastructure projects in the region, the job outlook remains positive, offering a pathway to a career with strong earning potential.
Overview At ADS, innovation and creativity are encouraged. With over 50 years of experience in manufacturing environmentally friendly products, we offer a wide range of alternatives to traditional materials. Our mission is to capture rainwater with our drain basins, convey it through pipe, store it using chambers, and treat it with our water quality products before returning it to the environment. We handle the entire lifecycle of a raindrop, improving quality of life for people in cities, suburbs, and rural towns by preventing flooding. ADS also promotes a circular economy, being the largest plastic recycling company in North America, utilizing plastic shampoo and detergent bottles to create pipe, diverting over 500 million pounds of plastic from landfills every year. We operate a global network of over 60 manufacturing plants and 30 distribution centers. Responsibilities This role involves performing electrical maintenance work in machine wiring and control panel building. The position works closely with other technicians and engineering disciplines while building, wiring, and troubleshooting new and used equipment and processes. Primary Job Responsibilities: • Design, build, and integrate machine controls for extruders, corrugators, extrusion die controls, motor controls, and downstream equipment. • Contact, specify, and order all control components from suppliers. • Assist Engineering Electrical with drawings and code issues. • Design necessary mechanical mountings and guarding for control integration. • Work on a daily basis with manufacturing plant personnel to troubleshoot operating and safety issues with production machinery. Job Skills: The ideal candidate should possess the following skills/knowledge: • UL508A, NEC, and NFPA 79 codes. • An understanding of the function of all ADS production machinery. • Proficient in AutoCad. • Proficient in electrical formulas and mechanical math. • Proficient in MicroSoft Excel and Word. • Expert control runoff and machine set-up. • Machine mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical integration. Educational Requirements: • College level electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics or equivalent in work experience. • BASIC PLC and Drive training. Preferred Experience: • 10-15 years electrical systems and controls. Physical Requirements: • The employee will lift and move heavy items, requiring the ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds to a height of 6 feet. • The employee will be working specified shifts and moving around at all times, requiring the ability to stand and be mobile for a minimum of 8 continuous hours. • The employee must possess a valid driver's license. • Facilities can be extremely hot or cold at times, so the employee must have the ability to perform physical labor for extended periods in temperature extremes. • The employee will handle materials daily, requiring the ability to use hands, arms, and legs to physically handle and transport finished goods. • The Position requires full range of body motion on a daily basis including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting, and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles.
See More Details >>Apply Now Company: Southern Fulfillment Center Job Location: Fort Payne, AL Work Setting: In-Person Summary We are in search of a very talented Maintenance/Electrician who will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing issues with electrical equipment. They use diagnostic tools to find the root cause of an issue, and then they use power hand tools to fix the issue. Maintenance Electricians have an expert knowledge of electricity, as well as an aptitude for working with their hands. What is swing shift at PlayCore? A swing shift involves working three weeks on first shift, followed by one week on an off shift. During the first three weeks, you'll be working during typical daytime hours, while the off week might involve evenings or nights. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Promotes the Company's mission and values-based culture through maintaining production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. • Manages P.M.'s and parts needed • Safety: Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with all procedures, rules, and regulations by all employees. • Quality: Ensures that machinery is working properly • Productivity: Schedules preventive maintenance repairs around production • Coordinates machine repairs with supervisors and operators • Reporting: Records P.M.s • Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor. Competencies • Communication • Learning & Development • Planning & Organizing • Professionalism & Integrity • Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking • Teamwork & Relationship-Building • Results Orientation Education and/or Experience • Associate degree in electrical technology area preferred Travel • No Travel except some possible training Language Skills • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, electrical, hydraulic schematics, and procedure manuals Reasoning Ability • Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Computer Skills • Basic Other Skills • Using power hand tools is a big part of the repair process for Maintenance Electricians. They must be able to use drills, saws, solders and related tools safely and efficiently. • Must have at least five years of Industrial Electrical experience including CNC, AC and DC drives with an associate degree in electrical or electronic technology or equivalent technical courses. • Must have at least three years of PLC experience Physical Demands • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently walk and sit; • The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. (50 pounds is the max) • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. PPE is required PlayCore and its family of brands considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
See More Details >>Job Details This is a full-time position requiring the ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Our Company Culture We value diversity, creativity, and innovation. We strive to create a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration and growth. Main Responsibilities • Design, build, and integrate machine controls for extruders, corrugators, and downstream equipment. • Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues. • Assist manufacturing plant personnel to resolve issues. Requirements • College-level education in electrical, hydraulics, or pneumatics, or equivalent work experience. • Basic PLC and Drive training. • 10-15 years of experience in electrical systems and controls.
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