Location: Birmingham,AL, USA
POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:
This position is responsible for performing skilled electrical work in the design, layout, assembly, installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical control panels and wiring used in electrical systems. As an Electrical Technician I, you must have some mechanical aptitude and be able to read work orders, schematics, and follow production drawings, guidelines, and other instructions. You will work with other departments in problem-solving solutions as it relates to the assembly process and the functioning of panels and components. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and orderly work area.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Read and interpret detailed drawings or schematics to mount and connect electrical panel components including switches, pilot lights, surge suppressors, circuit breakers, relays, VFDs, PLC hardware.
* Work with Team Lead, Production Supervisor, and engineering to ensure product quality.
* Work with shipping and receiving to ensure the availability of proper parts; assist in shipping to ensure proper and timely shipping of goods.
* Perform fabrication as needed; perform layout and installation of components on subpanels and enclosures.
* Install and shape conduit using mechanical or hydraulic conduit benders.
* Label and terminate wires or cables to electrical components and terminals.
* Maintain safety practices and procedures.
* Ensure equipment is in proper working order.
* Keep management informed about the reliability of tools and equipment.
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
* Working knowledge of drafting, electrical system layout, blueprint reading, and mathematics; working knowledge of methods, materials, and tools used in electrical system installation and maintenance work.
* Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
* Considerable knowledge of the principles of electrical theory as applied to electrical circuits and wiring systems and ability to apply this knowledge to work situations.
* Skilled in operation many types of production tools and equipment; skilled in reading blueprints and specifications.
* Ability to follow proper methods, procedures, and safety precautions of line work; ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
COMPETENCIES:
* Analytical Skills
* Detail Oriented
* Communication Skills
* Mechanical Aptitude
WORK ENVIROMENT:
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:
* Working safely is a condition of employment.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
* The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
* Field trips with service personnel may include work environments that vary in different industrial situations.
PHYSCIAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical and mental 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:
* Working safely is a condition of employment.
* Work is performed mostly in indoor settings. Some outdoor work may be required.
* Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate tools, calculating instruments, computers, and various pieces of office equipment.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and to reach with hands and arms.
* The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear.
* The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
* Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
* Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations.
* Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems.
* Ability to perform under stress and/or in emergencies.
* Ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines, or productivity quotas.
This is a full-time position, and standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM with a 30-minute lunch break. Overtime may be required to keep up with increased customer demands and remain on schedule. All overtime must have prior supervisor approval.