Job Summary:

An industrial electrician installs, maintains and repairs industrial electrical and mechanical equipment. This equipment may include fixtures, wiring, pumps, heavy-duty machinery and electrical systems. These professionals most commonly work in commercial or industrial buildings but can also work in other settings. Industrial electricians frequently work in the maintenance and construction industries.

Duties and responsibilities:

Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Troubleshoot electrical issues and perform necessary repairs

Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems to ensure optimal performance

Collaborate with other team members to complete projects on time and within budget

Renovate and build electrical systems as needed

Install and program logic controllers for automated equipment

Programming logic controllers for automation

Oversee the maintenance of power supply and distribution (high and low voltage systems, distribution systems, and ancillary equipment within the department's jurisdiction

Adhere to all JA Solar and OSHA rules and regulations at all times and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds

Meet or exceed company safety standards

Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledgeable in pertinent electrical codes and regulations

Able to understand schematics and other technical documents

Must be able to handle physically-demanding tasks

Proven experience as an Industrial Electrician or similar role - In-depth knowledge of electrical systems and components

Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Strong troubleshooting skills

Familiarity with low voltage systems

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Electrical system installation, maintenance, and repair

Blueprint reading and interpretation

Troubleshooting electrical issues

Renovation and construction of electrical systems

Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)

Working conditions:

Able to work extended hours as needed

Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, and extreme noise

Must wear protective equipment while at the location

Familiarity with hand tools and specialized equipment

May be required to work after hours and on weekends or holidays

Physical requirements:

Requires prolonged standing, walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree

Heavy Work-Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors as well as function safely around equipment

Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls