Electrical Maintenance Technician

Position Description

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Ability to diagnosis and repair electrical problems within MCC, PLC, electrical transmission, and distribution.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and/or other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Familiar with both AC and DC, 120 & 24-volt circuits
• Informs storeroom of needed equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides electrical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Supports maintenance pillar activities by assisting with analyzing information and trends.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining all electrical apparatus plant-wide
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; climb stairs and ladders, reach high and low, bending, stooping, walking; work in hot and cold environments; Crawl under equipment for repairs and enter confined spaces
• Be willing to participate and complete all safety requirements including adherence to LOTO procedures; SMATS; TF4/TF5 reporting, etc...
• Be willing to work weekends, holidays and help cover for vacations
• Ability to diagnosis and repair electrical problems within MCC, PLC, electrical transmission, and distribution.
• Willing and able to assess, repair, or replace motors, drives, buckets
• Willing and able to read blueprints, use NEC code book, bend, run, and install conduit, and operate metering devices
• Able to maintain a supply of necessary spares, understands SAP
• Able to create and train out OPL, EWO, Kaizan, and work orders

• Recommends improvement in maintenance and operational procedures and equipment, including some design or redesign of machinery, equipment or installations.
• Follows all safety policies and procedure; is responsible for individual safety and the safety of others. Actively participates in the Nashville Behavioral Safety Program.
• Actively participates/contributes on one WCM Pillar as assigned. Meets expectations of Pillar Leader.
• Actively participates in AIB (Area Improvement Board).
• Participates in quick Kaizens or other WCM activities to eliminate/ identify root causes of errors and containment/corrective action.
• Routinely meets with assigned team to freely discuss recommendations/suggestions for improvement and openly receives feedback targeted to improve the performance of the business.
• Abides by the guidelines and procedures established by the plant. Cooperates with other teams at all times in the best interest of the business. Regularly demonstrates VMVO standards.
• Performs other related duties that contribute to the success of the operation as assigned by supervisor/manager.

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Three to five (3-5) years of active professional maintenance experience and knowledge in maintenance disciplines, such as automated control systems, safety qualifications, and professional industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Requires adaptability, methodical/analytical problem solving skills, and employee leadership skills with the ability to effectively apply these skills in a manufacturing facility.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills to work effectively in corporate, manufacturing, and team environments.
• Basic typing skills and proficiency in the utilization of Microsoft Office, including Excel.

• 2-year technical degree in Industrial Electrical Maintenance
• PLC/Programming knowledge
• Familiarity with Lean/WCM principles and practices
• Demonstrated proficiency in Safety programs including but not limited to: Lockout/Tagout, Permit to Work, Confined Space, and Working at Heights)