Electrician

Job Summary

The Electrician assembles, installs, tests and maintains electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures. The Electrician will also diagnose malfunctioning systems using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.  This position covers all Central Coast plants from Solvang to Paso Robles.  A service truck will be provided for company-use only.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

$40.00 - $48.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and troubleshoots electrical equipment and power distribution throughout the plant
• Installs and maintains high, medium and low voltage power controls on equipment
• Performs necessary maintenance to the equipment and machinery to repair or replace the defective parts
• Performs adjustments and calibration procedures on various forms of process equipment
• Interprets electrical printouts, installation instructions and work orders

Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Industrial electrical experience or equivalent education
• Familiarity with NFP 70E
• Demonstrated experience and ability in mechanical, electrical and electronic maintenance troubleshooting techniques
• Knowledge of basic AC and DC control circuits as well as terminology of tools, prints and equipment
• Able to effectively communicate with other maintenance personnel, supervisors and management
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Electrical maintenance background at large processing facility (mine, pulp plant, steel mill etc.) preferred
• PLC implementation and troubleshooting experience preferred

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.

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