Under the direction of the Maintenance Management Department, or Electronics Technician Leader, responsible for the installation, modification, preventive maintenance and repair of plant production and facility electrical equipment and machinery utilizing their electrical skills. PRIMARY DUTIES: • Performs installation, troubleshooting, diagnoses, repairs, reports on, and corrects electrical equipment and system malfunctions or other work on electrical and related systems as directed. • Must use and navigate the CMMS, FIIX. Here PMs, WOs & parts check out from the Storeroom will be completed on plant electrical equipment. • Overhauls electrical equipment including magnetic starters, relays, and bearings, seals, and armature replacements in motors, etc. • Fabricates and assembles maintenance parts and new equipment, utilizing hand tools, all available shop and electrical test equipment. • Performs adjustments, set-ups, repairs, data entry, and calibrations of scales, checkweighers, metal detectors, label machines, and package coding devices. • Assists in training and instructing Maintenance Electrician Trainees or other designated personnel in equipment installation, modification, adjustment, or overhaul operations. • Operates forklift and aerial/scissor lifts on a limited basis. • Keeps work areas, shop, equipment, and tools clean and orderly using common cleaning equipment. • Responsible for ensuring safe working conditions and safe work practices in assigned area including Arc Flash awareness & emphasis on LOTO. • Must be able to work overtime as required. • Must be able to lift 70 pounds. SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate. • Must be able to obtain certifications on aerial/scissor lift & forklift operator within a year. • High school diploma/GED required. • Efficient time-management skills • Technical – Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics and detailed repair drawings related to production equipment and machinery. • Must complete appropriate orientation/training program: • Orientation program. • Pass Electrician written and practical tests. • Complete 6-9 months of work in the role of A-2 Electrician. • Demonstrate through work performance evaluation ability to consistently perform A-2 work, both in quality and efficiency. • Training program • Complete OJT training program. • Complete Special Projects as required. • Arc Flash Training Program #LI-DNI Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>Job Responsibilities and Expectations: Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of low, medium and high voltage (to 500kV) electrical systems, and moderately complex relay calibration and power metering, including: • Power transformer testing (Doble, TTR, Insulation Resistance) • Testing both electro-mechanical and solid state relays • Cable testing (Tan Delta, Power Factor, VLF, DC Hipot) • Automatic transfer switch troubleshooting • Low, Medium and High voltage switchgear and circuit breaker testing Perform maintenance and repair work on substation equipment. Repair, replace and clean equipment and components including circuit breakers, brushes and commutators. Schedule and supervise the construction and testing of special devices and the implementation of unique monitoring and control systems. Analyze test data to diagnose malfunctions, to determine performance characteristics of systems, and to evaluate effects of systems notifications. Frequently travel up to 35% to perform field work at customer’s industrial and commercial sites throughout the local and regional area. Rotate emergency on-call duty and if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner Minimum Qualifications: to qualify for consideration, you must meet each of the following minimum qualifications and requirements. High school diploma or GED required; prefer an Associate’s degree from an accredited 2 year technical college in Electrical Power, or similar experience and training from the military. Must have at least 5 or more years of relevant power systems testing & maintenance experience Must have general PC skills including email, internet, data entry and Microsoft Excel; experience with PowerDB a plus. Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures. Prefer OSHA 30 hour, MSHA, NFPA 70-E, CPR/First Aid/BBP/AED training.
See More Details >>Responsibilities: • The Electrical Maintenance Technician installs, tests, repairs, and maintains electrical or electronic plant production machinery, support equipment, building, and other systems throughout the site to maintain optimum operating conditions and plant productivity. • The role is expected to report to and assist with both electrical and mechanical issues • Receives and performs job assignments through work orders, sketches, PM schedules, blueprints, or verbal instructions. Follows applicable codes and regulations on work performed. • Troubleshoot equipment through the use of PLC Programs, manuals, and diagrams as necessary. • Responds to emergency requests for repairs/replacements, including fire system malfunctions which may be reported during off-hours. • Troubleshoots all malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate and remedy the breakdown or malfunction. • Installation of conduits, wire connections to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. • Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools. • Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair. Ensures compliance to code. • Repairs and maintains various production machinery and equipment, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and parts. • Installs, modifies, and relocates machinery and equipment and will perform other maintenance tasks in addition to electrical-related work. • Repairs and modifies building and plant systems as required. • Reads and interprets PLC programs, manuals, schematics, blueprints, drawings, and other written installation and repair instructions. • High level of experience and proficiency in the function, mechanics, and operation of all Maintenance equipment • Computer and Software knowledge • Able to work well with others / self-motivated • Strong mechanical skills Strong Attendance and Safety Record
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Yuba City, CA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining 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. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in California, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Yuba City earn an average of $29.97 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
