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maintenance electrician.
skokie , illinois
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$62,000 - $87,000 per year
permanent
high school
category computer and mathematical occupations
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job summary:
Manufacturer in the Skokie, IL area is seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to add to their team for first shift. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience as an electrician in an industrial manufacturing environment. Knowledge of the national electric code and medium/high voltage systems required. Must thoroughly understand ladder logic and programs and troubleshoot PLCs. Excellent benefits, work/life balance and PTO!
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
location: Skokie, Illinois
job type: Permanent
salary: $62,000 - 87,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: High School
responsibilities:
Works with Project Engineers and Maintenance Advisor to ensure that all electrical systems in the facility comply with the National Electric Code.
Works with Maintenance Advisor to develop standards for over-current protection, electrical hardware, PLC programming and electrical documentation.
Inspects, repairs, installs, modifies, and maintains electrical/electronic systems, circuits and equipment.
Works on new installations including power, light, motors, transformers, control panels, relays, and electronic equipment.
Maintains and troubleshoots electrical equipment. Diagnoses and determines effective course of action for correcting electrical malfunctions.
Performs preventative maintenance tasks including overhauls and repairs of motors, starters and other equipment.
Lays out and installs new wiring; runs conduit; pulls, splices and terminates wiring; bends and shapes conduit to specifications.
Designs, lays-out and prepares sketches and plans in conjunction with Engineers to ensure that all installations conform to the National Electric Code; reviews electrical systems of new equipment to ensure code compliance.
Works with Engineers to drive standardization of electrical hardware, PLC programs, electrical documentation, and over-current protection.
Completes asbestos awareness training, recognizes and informs Supervisor of asbestos hazards to ensure sampling so that appropriate precautions are performed.
Requirements:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years experience as an electrician in an industrial environment.
Expertise in troubleshooting electrical equipment and systems.
Thorough understanding of the National Electric Code
Must thoroughly understand ladder logic and programs and troubleshoot PLCs.
Knowledge of UPS systems, emergency generators, fire and security alarm systems, and electronic lighting control systems.
Knowledge of computer equipment and software applications related to assignment to include: Allen Bradley SLC 504, Micrologix 1500 (minimum 3 years experience).
Requires timely decision-making and prioritization of work. Must have the ability to organize data and to communicate effectively.
Knowledge of medium and high voltage systems.
qualifications:
Experience level: Experienced
Minimum 5 years of experience
Education: High School (required)
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