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SmartLam NA Columbia Falls LLC Industrial Electrician in Columbia Falls, Montana
The Industrial Electrician installs new equipment, conduit, wiring and connection boxes per standards. Determines the parts required for proper installation and obtains them. Electrician will perform troubleshooting and repair of equipment with voltage ratings up to and including 600 volts. Performs general troubleshooting of lighting circuits. Replaces motion sensors, photo eyes and switches. Will clearly communicates with coworkers.Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM (schedule flexibility required to meet needs as the arise) Duties and Responsibilities•Follows safe work practices. Employee safety is the utmost important to us!•Follow all health & safety regulations including wearing appropriate protective equipment•Performs highly skilled electrical maintenance tasks including equipment installation•Repair and PM electrical machinery; this may include, but not limited to, such equipment as AC/DC motors, drives, pneumatic, hydraulic, conveyors and instrumentation and PLC controls•In downtime situations, must be able to analyze cause of breakdown with equipment•Must also determine and complete maintenance repairs required to return the equipment to effective operating conditions•Follow and adhere to safety lockout procedures and strictly adhere to plant safety rules•Must be able to work independently, as well as in a group•Maintains a clean and organized work area•Maintain a healthy and safe environment•Performs other duties as assigned•Models company core valuesRequired Skills & Experience•High school diploma or GED•Stable employment history with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in Industrial Maintenance work AND/OR equivalent education to include vocational/technical school certificate/diploma•Willing and able to work overtime, weekends, on-call and rotating shifts and holidays•Proficient in use of hand and power tools•Experience with reading electrical drawings and schematics•Troubleshooting experience, including the use of necessary test instruments such as digital multi-meter, oscilloscope, megger, etc.•Experience using a computer for record keeping and documentation•Able to work in extreme heat/cold, navigate catwalks and ladders•Physical ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, which includes climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping and bending•Ability to communicate effectively and constructively•Comprehension of complex work instructions and documentation•Ability to work with mathematical concepts in an industrial environment•Team oriented•Willing and able to learn new jobs and skills•A personal and total commitment to observe all safety rules and regulations including NEC and NFPA70E (including LOTO and Arc Flash)•Knowledge of DC motors and motor controls•Knowledge of AC motors and motor controls•Knowledge of DC, VFD, and servo drives•Knowledge of single phase and 3-phase power distribution systems•Knowledge of various process instrumentation, including pressure, flow, temperature, level, weight, etc.•Knowledge of PLC controls, HMI operator interfaces, and control systems networking•Working knowledge of basic industrial maintenance issues•Able to read and write in English•Able to follow written instructions•Able to clearly communicate with coworkers and Team Leader•Interpersonal skills to build relationships and interact with co-workersPreferred Skills & Experience•Knowledge of fire alarm and protection systems•Experienced in pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyor systems•Excellent skills in root cause analysis•Previous experience in Rockwell Software RSLogix5000 and FactoryTalk View Studio (Editor, Me, and SE), AB PowerFlex VFD’s and Kinetics Servos, and Ethernet IP networks using AP Stratix switches, Yaskawa AC drives and servo drives, and Lense motion control drivesPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regularly lift and/or move unaided up to 60 pounds and exert force of up to 100 pounds to lift or move objects with the aid of a manual lifting device. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe 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.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and airborne particles. The employee is regularly exposed to wood dust, moving equipment, vibration, exposed to glue, and material kickback. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Employment Opportunity:SmartLam North America is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and training. We seek to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws related to discrimination and will not tolerate the interference with the ability of any of the Company’s employees to perform their job duties.