Maintenance Electrician

Job Details: Job Location: LIBERTY TUBULARS - Liberty, TX, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Any, PTC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of welded and cold-drawn mechanical steel tubing and tubular shapes, plated bar and tubing, and fabricated parts and precision components.

We at PTC value our employees’ health and wellness. We offer the following: 

FREE Healthcare
HSA option
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent & Spouse Life Insurance
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Critical Illness & Accident coverage
401K plan with company match
Referral Bonus 
Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of PTC employees 
Tuition Reimbursement eligibility

Job Summary:  

Responsible for the 3-phase, 1000V, and industrial troubleshooting to assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures using hand, power, and precision measuring tools, voltmeters, insulation testers, etc. Electrician would be responsible for diagnosing malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Electrician is responsible for the connection of wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. Responsible for observing and following all safety regulations with required PPE

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous
Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes at the country, state and federal levels
Competent with programming of VFD’s
Connect circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. In addition, join the wires in boxes with various specially designed connectors
Replace and/or repair items such as circuit breakers, fuses, switches, control circuits, faulty electrical switches, electrical and electronic components, switchgear, induction heaters, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators and reactors
Installs and maintains the electrical wiring, electrical equipment, and electronic controls for machines; new electrical services, wiring during remodeling projects; replaces and repairs wiring as needed
Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments
Periodically inspect equipment, and locate and correct problems before breakdowns occur
When breakdowns occur, Electrical Technician make the necessary repairs as quickly as possible in order to minimize inconvenience
Follow maintenance manual, blueprint, or engineering specification of each piece of equipment
Coordinate with equipment vendors if the equipment troubleshoot is not able to be repaired
Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts
Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
Provide guidance and expertise for future projects and plans, as well as modification of existing setups.
Prepares electrical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
May operate a computer which controls and monitors mechanical equipment and utility systems
Responds to emergency maintenance requests as required
Perform and record preventive maintenance in accordance with company and manufacturer requirements
May be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this position in support of department objectives and to develop one’s skill
Other duties as assigned

 
Qualifications: Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:  

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Electrician apprentice; Journeyman License or better

Years of Experience:  3 - 5 years

Number of Direct Reports:       None                           

Job Titles of Direct Reports:  None

Skills and Abilities:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills:  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using while numbers, common fractions and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.   Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Other Skills and Abilities:  Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as Word, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, ERP system, etc.

Must demonstrate strong decision making and problem-solving skills, Ability to follow instructions from the technical parameters, Ability to assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures, Must possess demonstrated ability to safely utilize a forklift, man lift, and high lift, Proficient in testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety, Must be able to use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, knives, and hacksaws, Must have good organizational skills, Work at heights of 80 ft. or above

Preferred industrial experience and apprentice’s license. Must have knowledge of National Electric Code and comply with State and Local building codes when installing, repairing, and maintenance systems. Must have knowledge of safety and OSHA Laws and Regulations. Must have knowledge and be able to work on the following: relay circuits, frequency change, low and medium voltage power circuits, semi-conductor elements, transistors and transformers. Must be able to understand and interpret data presented in statistical or numerical form. Must be able to manage with limited supervision Ability to multi-task in fast-paced dynamic environment, including work performed outside and/or non-climate controlled environments.

The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System and its policies, procedures, and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:  

None 

Work Environment:  

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.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: 

The physical 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.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and/ or walk, and/ or use arms and hands to load and unload material for extended period of time. Must be able to safely lift and load 50lbs. The employee must also be able to work outside in a variety of conditions. Must possess strength, stamina and mobility to perform heavy physical work in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions, use varied hand and power tools, drive a motor vehicle and/or heavy construction equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone and/or radio. Must be available for regular standby assignments and work scheduled off-hours and emergency overtime as required. Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic and potentially hazardous conditions. Must be willing to work in heights of 80 ft. and above. Candidates must be able to tolerate any climate, must be flexible with shift and hours.