Maintenance Electrician Jobs in New Jersey

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Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

Performs any combination of (but not limited to) the following duties according to specific department guidelines:

Primary Responsibilities

• Determine the existence of electrical hazards and problems. Safely isolate, ground, and prepare circuits and electrical apparatus to enable repairs.
• Have knowledge of and use the required personal protective equipment to protect against arc flash and shock.
• Experience in reading and troubleshooting from blueprints & schematics with system voltages 240 and 480 three-phase systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain motor control centers, motor start circuits, control loops, generators, high voltage switchgear, protective relaying, and related equipment.
• Read/interpret engineering drawings and manuals to install, calibrate and maintain electrical apparatus. Work from complex engineering and manufacturers drawings or manuals to complete projects and assigned work.
• Install electrical conduit, pull and terminate wiring.
• Ability to use electrical/electronic testing equipment to such as multi-meters, ammeters, megohm meters, high potential testers, oscilloscopes, digital probes to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Use hand and power tools related to the electrical trades.
• Install and maintain control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, relays, circuit breakers, and control panels.
• Install and maintain drive systems such as variable frequency drives, eddy current, and DC drives.
• Install and maintain (point to point wiring, equipment replacement) programmable logic control systems (PLC).
• Install and calibrate pressure, temperature, flow, and level controls.
• Observe installed systems to detect hazards and determine the need for adjustments or modifications.
• Design layout work on panels, set up complex control systems, interpret and alter engineering drawings and wiring diagrams if required.
• Repair or replace faulty electrical equipment, including electronic controls, meters, outlets, panels and small mechanical devices such as motors.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Effectively communicate problems and solutions to resolve electrical problems.
• Participate in the on-the-job training of line mechanics and apprentices as needed.
• Use computerized maintenance system to retrieve and enter information.
• Observe safe work practices and ensure work does not endanger others.
• This role is considered safety sensitive.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years of electrical industrial maintenance experience
• Journeyman’s License or equivalent degree preferred
• Proficient reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics
• Experience troubleshooting PLC’s
• Ability to work overtime as needed

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$35.00

Compensation Type:

Hourly

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Safety Sensitive Role:

Yes
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.