The Engineering Technician V - Skilled Electrician. Duties include, laboratory electrical configuration of providing utilities which meets or exceeds requirements set forth involving new or existing laboratory test equipment, Contractor shall respond, evaluate, and repair electrical problems within the infrastructure of this directorate. This requires a working knowledge of single and three -phase electric. Infrastructure voltages in- house consist of 120v, 240v, 480v, 575v, and 477v. Some requirements will be for special lighting controllers (LED) and automated lighting systems. Work involves zoned lighting. Future lighting system installations will be automated as per Unified Facility Criteria (UFC) 3-530-01 This technician performs non-routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project, recommends and adapts plans, techniques, designs, or layouts, contacts personnel in related activities to resolve problems and coordinate the work, reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical work of others. Supervisor or professional engineer outlines objectives, requirements, and design approaches. Completed work is reviewed for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements. This technician may train and be assisted by lower level technicians, and performs one or a combination of the following: • Developing or reviewing designs by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data, applying conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, electrical drawings and parts lists. (Examples of designs include: detailed circuit diagrams; hardware fittings or test equipment involving a variety of mechanisms; conventional piping systems; and building site layouts). • Conducting tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures, preparing and operating equipment, recording data, measuring and recording problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level, and analyzes data and prepares test reports. • Applying methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects, constructing experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; conducts tests or experiments and redesigns as necessary and recording and evaluating data and report’s findings. Liaison between government COR and contract position which requires development of short/long term planning for upgrades and replacement of ageing equipment and infrastructures • Build and manage daily schedules to ensure work orders are completed in a timely manner and provide daily progress/status updates to the customers. • Must understand various internal and external functional areas involving work which requires coordination with other base organizations such as Civil Engineering, Base Environmental, Base Fire Department, and Base/RX Safety. Acts as Assistant Facilities Specialist. • Understands magnitude of requested work and integrates multiple functional service support organizations/ businesses toward meeting work order requests/requirements encompassing Real Property/Laboratory/Facilities repairs, maintenance, construction and or renovation. Requirements • Due to Federal Contracting requirements, applicant must be a U.S. citizen. • At least 5 years expertise/experience of performing electrical work at a journeyman level • High School Diploma • Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance
See More Details >>PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for safely and efficiently repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment such as production machines and equipment, PLC’s, pneumatics, conveyor systems, boilers, plumbing and electrical systems while remaining aware of the food safety aspects associated with the position, such as awareness of lubricants, food grade surfaces, boiler chemicals, etc. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Must abide by and follow all food safety procedures in the performance of maintenance activities. · Troubleshoot problems by observing mechanical devices in operation. · Build, update, improve electrical control panel to keep the equipment up to standards and needs of production. · Dismantle machines or equipment, replace defective parts. · Adjust functional parts of devices, repair or replace defective parts. Install special functional and structural parts in devices. Lubricate and clean parts. · Bend and cut conduit and wire, drill holes in walls, floors, and ceilings for electrical connections. · Set up and operate drill presses, grinders, welders, and other metal working tools to make, repair parts. · Repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical parts and equipment. · Clean work area after maintenance functions have been completed. · Accepts personal responsibility at all times for themselves and assists where they can with the safety of other team members and contractors. · Complete all other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: • Strong electrical background with experience and knowledge in high voltage, controls, and panel wiring. • Advanced knowledge of hand and power tools is essential. • Requires the ability to act independently without direct supervision as well as to support a team to accomplish critical and timely objectives. Basic knowledge of product flows. • Demonstrated technical knowledge to replay and/or replace and troubleshoot machinery, instrumentation, and hard-wired electrical devices in all areas of the plant. • Mechanical aptitude to learn computer operation, software and to perform general maintenance on all types of equipment. • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form and basic computer skills are required. SAFETY: Technicians will accept personal responsibility at all times for themselves and assist where they can with the safety of other team members and contractors. This includes, but is not limited to, such things as: · Ensuring all safety rules and safe work procedures are followed by themselves and by others working in and around the machinery. · All injuries and near misses being reported and followed up in a timely manner. · Actively participate in accident incident investigations. · Housekeeping standards and expectations are maintained. · Providing leadership and active participation in team safety meetings, discussions, and training opportunities. · Following all safety procedures such as Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, PPE, etc. SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: • Maintenance: 3 years (Required) Shift availability: • Overnight Shift (Required) • Day Shift (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Industrial Electrical Service Technician Essential Functions and Responsibilities: • Install all electrical segments in equipment such as plant lighting, installing motors and drives. • Troubleshoot, adjust, and repair all electrical equipment, logic boards, transducers, amplifiers, complex timing, inspection devices, motors and VFDs. • Perform preventative maintenance on assigned electrical systems and equipment. • Identify inefficiencies and potential electrical problems and coordinate to resolve. • Program logic controls (PLC) for proper equipment operation. • May assist in the design, experimentation, and/or installation of all new equipment or electrical procedures. • Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the group. Includes ability to handle stress and to interact with others so as to establish and maintain a positive and productive work environment and minimize personal conflicts. • Ability to communicate effectively, write effectively, read, comprehend, and follow complicated verbal and written instructions. • Assure and maintain safe and healthful working conditions while enforcing safety rules and regulations. Qualifications: • Broad training in a related field usually acquired through Associate's Degree or through equivalent electrical work experience. • Job related experience for 3-5 year(s) minimum. • Experienced and/or knowledge with programming and troubleshooting PLC, HMI and industrial electrical networking is helpful but not required, the willingness to train and learn is required. • Working knowledge of the following areas: all assigned equipment, Multimeter, electrical-mechanical devices, AC/DC motors, wiring diagrams and schematics, Allen Bradley and similar PLC's, computers and digital devices. • Knowledge of hazardous material handling, working in confined spaces along with other safety practices and basic knowledge of national electrical code (NEC). • Thorough understanding of the operating principles of electrical equipment, testers, hand tools and the ability to use logic to troubleshoot. • Must wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices. • May require working with or near energized 480 VAC circuits. • Must have sufficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time. • Possess own tools. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Customer Focus - Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the customers; getting first-hand information to make improvements in the products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect • Clean Background and favorable Driver's record • Represents the company in a positive manner • Works in a team-based environment Additional Company Information: • We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees. • Area Energy & Electric is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. • Drug Free Workplace • Job Type: Full-time
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Springfield, OH typically starts 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, there are approximately 251 electricians in Springfield, with wages averaging around $803 per week for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
