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INTRODUCTION

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

THE POSITION

Maintenance Electrician

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Electrician’s objectives are to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and controls equipment in order to accomplish the preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance tasks in the plant.

Responsibilities

- Oversee maintenance, testing, and installation
- Install, maintain and test LV/MV electrical equipment to include: AC/DC Motors and Motor Controls (Across the line, Soft Start, VFD); switchgear, transformers, load break switch distribution equipment; fuses, power circuit breakers, load centers, and breaker panels; and wiring, terminations, and grounding systems
- Use a range of electrical test instruments including Megger, DLRO, Tic Tracer, DVOM, Clamp Amps, 4-20Ma Signal Generators, Sensor Calibrators, etc.
- Oversee maintenance and testing of low/medium voltage
- Perform equipment inspections, maintenance tasks, and assigned project work
- Troubleshoot equipment, controls, and wiring to detect malfunctions, and discuss machine operations with production and maintenance personnel to diagnose problems
- Dismantle defective equipment, repair, and install parts to bring the equipment back into service
- Read electrical diagrams and manuals required to install and troubleshoot electrical and control equipment
- Set up and operate shop and portable tools
- Install, test, and maintain motors and gearboxes, as well as perform laser coupling alignments
- Support the effort to maximize equipment availability to Production Department
- Ensure electrical safety guidelines and procedures for electrical work is compliant with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E and Company Safety Regulations
- Metal-clad switchgear, air/vacuum breakers, transformers, panels, and wiring
- Electric motor maintenance and testing (windings, rotor, bearings, etc.)
- Ensure the electrical work conforms to the standards and guidelines established in the ISO 9002 quality assurance manual
- Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

- Journeyman Electrician License or two years of experience in Electrical maintenance
- Minimum two years of industrial electrical and controls maintenance experience
- Use a range of electrical test instruments including Megger, Multimeter, Tic Tracer, Clamp Amp meter, 4-20Ma Signal Generators, etc.
- Experience with low/medium voltage distribution equipment
- Working knowledge of industrial NEC Codes and relevant Electrical Safety Procedures
- Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
- Experience with utilizing a work order system within a CMMS
- Mechanical skills preferred
- Experience using mobile equipment (Forklift, Lull, Man lift, Scissor lift)
- Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs, and ladders for extended periods of time, and lift up to 40 pounds in outdoor noisy environments

DEGREE OF SUPERVISION OR DIRECTION

- Moderate supervision is expected. The jobholder must be a self-starter with the ability to accomplish maintenance and testing on their own.
- Ability to work in a team environment with electrical/mechanical trades and production employees of different skill levels

POSITION TYPE

Full time and Permanent

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recruiting.support@imerys.com
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To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.