2nd Shift Electrician at Talascend
Chicago, IL
About the Job
Talascend is currently seeking an Electrician 2nd shift for a DIRECT HIRE opportunity in Melrose Park, IL
OVERVIEW:
2nd shift: 2pm – 10pm Monday – Friday, with OT as needed
The Electrician position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting all production equipment to maintain optimum operating conditions and plant productivity
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform work activities utilizing 120 V, 240 V, 480 V- and 24-volts DC
Measure, cut, thread, bend, and assemble connections to control panels, junction boxes and electrical installation
Troubleshoot motors and drives
Inspect, test and clean AC and DC motors and replace brushes as needed
Troubleshoot and repair AC and DC motor controls, single and 3 phase electrical circuits, electronic drives, and PLC controls
Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters and megohmmeters
Operate high-lift equipment like forklifts, scissor, and boom lift
Communicate essential information regarding incomplete repairs at shift change and any potential problems
Connect Power Supply wires to machine and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines following electrical codes
Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, PLC's and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wired cables
Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, potentiometers and positions sensing devices
Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance of assigned equipment like tight electrical connection, replace filters and clean inside the electrical cabinets
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: At least 3 years of related electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Good written and verbal communication skills in Spanish or English
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Ability to read electrical and ethernet connection schematics
Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting using software such as RS Logix 500 and 5000, Omron and Siemens
Ability to work in hot and cold conditions
Our plant is not climate-controlled
We thank all applicants for their interest
However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted
The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
OVERVIEW:
2nd shift: 2pm – 10pm Monday – Friday, with OT as needed
The Electrician position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting all production equipment to maintain optimum operating conditions and plant productivity
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform work activities utilizing 120 V, 240 V, 480 V- and 24-volts DC
Measure, cut, thread, bend, and assemble connections to control panels, junction boxes and electrical installation
Troubleshoot motors and drives
Inspect, test and clean AC and DC motors and replace brushes as needed
Troubleshoot and repair AC and DC motor controls, single and 3 phase electrical circuits, electronic drives, and PLC controls
Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters and megohmmeters
Operate high-lift equipment like forklifts, scissor, and boom lift
Communicate essential information regarding incomplete repairs at shift change and any potential problems
Connect Power Supply wires to machine and equipment, and connects cables and wires between machines following electrical codes
Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, PLC's and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wired cables
Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, motors, potentiometers and positions sensing devices
Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance of assigned equipment like tight electrical connection, replace filters and clean inside the electrical cabinets
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: At least 3 years of related electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
Good written and verbal communication skills in Spanish or English
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Ability to read electrical and ethernet connection schematics
Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting using software such as RS Logix 500 and 5000, Omron and Siemens
Ability to work in hot and cold conditions
Our plant is not climate-controlled
We thank all applicants for their interest
However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted
The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
