Electrician

Job Description

The Electrician will have experience in various electrical systems and be knowledgeable about safety protocols and regulations. The Electrician will perform electrical assembly and power-up of machines, equipment, and subassemblies using Lean and 5S methodologies and following blueprints and other written and verbal specifications. 

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

A Brief Overview
The Electrician will have experience in various electrical systems and be knowledgeable about safety protocols and regulations. The Electrician will perform electrical assembly and power-up of machines, equipment, and subassemblies using Lean and 5S methodologies and following blueprints and other written and verbal specifications. 

What You Will Do:

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical sub assemblies and panels per drawing and/or work instructions with supervision.
• Bend conduit and solder components.
• Recognize wire and conduit types and their usage and use correct terminology to describe each.
• Understand both AC and DC type circuits.
• Read and understand electrical schematics and ladder diagrams.
• Wire machinery per instructions or engineered drawings.
• Use basic electrical test equipment and understand the readings.
• Perform final hook up of electrical connections.
• Assist other electricians when needed.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical formulas and their applications.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems with equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PLC components and their functions. 
• Effectively use PC or laptop computer.

 

Qualifications

• High School/GED required
• 2 to 4 years of related experience and/or training required
• Understanding of both AC and DC type circuits required
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) required
• Equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis
• Ability to use small hand-power tools, including reading a tape measure with 1/32-inch increments
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications

Soft Skills

• Have PLC Software Knowledge
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization  
• Proficient in English, Bi-lingual a plus

 

Additional Requirements

Physical Demands
This is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to: stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, climb, walk up stairs and crouch. This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200.

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