Master Electrician Jobs in Alabama

INTRODUCTION

The Maintenance Master Electrician will serve our Water Heater Division, located in Montgomery, AL.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-craft tasks associated with in-plant maintenance.
• Read and interpret shop prints, schematics and electrical blueprints.
• Work from written or verbal orders, including sketches or diagrams.
• Locate the source of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Identify the tools, equipment, and skills used in industrial plumbing, and pipefitting. Understand DC and AC principles and components including motors, controllers, and PLC's.
• Install and test electrical wires, circuits, and equipment using the correct equipment, materials, and procedures for safe operation.
• Handle preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures and schedule equipment downtime as required.
• Maintain parts and materials inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels, anticipated needed parts and materials, requesting restocking and expediting orders, verifying the receipt of parts and materials.
• Use required skills, equipment, and material to drill, weld, and machine metal to make repairs.
• Identify, describe, remove, replace, install, and maintain common types of bearings and seals.
• Enhance equipment performance by installing modifications, making adjustments and recommending improvements.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices required by Company, federal and state guidelines.
• Practice and support Rheem values with internal as well as external customers.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, and reviewing technical publications.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, extreme temperatures, and potentially biohazardous materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must have a minimum of 5-years Industrial Maintenance work experience.
• Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, and the procedures and processes used to install or repair the equipment.
• Must understand and be able to use a personal computer equipped with Microsoft Office and Maintenance software.
• Must be able to use and explain the use of various hand tools, power tools and measuring devices such as: Calipers, Micrometers, Multi-Meter, and standard Measuring instruments.
• Must have completed Master Electrician Checklist and Panel Review.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and associated lift equipment.
• Considerable physical activity, frequent lifting of up to 25 lbs.
• Occasional lifting of up to 60 lbs.
• Requires ability to work constantly in awkward and unsupported body positions.