Electrician

GUTCHESS LUMBER CO., INC.

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN – JOB DESCRIPTION

REPORTS TO: Plant Maintenance Manager

POSITION: HOURLY NON-EXEMPT

Description:

Overall authority and responsibility for the maintenance, repair and installation of all plant electrical equipment and controls including but not limited to all control power, VFD’s, PLC’s, MDP’s, 1 – 300HP motors, Electrical voltages of 24VDC, 120VAC, 240VAC, 277VAC, and 480VAC, etc.

Overview:

This position will oversee and be responsible for installing and maintaining wiring, control, and lighting systems. Inspect electrical components such as transformers and circuit breakers. Identify electrical problems using a variety of testing devices. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools.

Location: Cortland, NY

Responsibilities:

- Perform all plant electrical maintenance and installations.

- Conduct control modifications as required.

- Manage stores inventories.

- Address emergency repairs promptly to minimize production disruption.

- Execute repairs or maintenance based on written maintenance requests.

- Supervise preventative electrical maintenance programs.

- Oversee spare parts and supplies inventories to ensure availability during equipment breakdowns.

- Plan and coordinate electrical maintenance activities, prioritizing critical needs.

- Participate in planning and installation of new facilities or modifications to existing facilities related to electrical equipment and controls.

- Record time and materials for all repairs and projects.

- Install plant electrical equipment including conduit, wiring, controls, motors, and gearmotors.

- Maintain security of company assets, equipment, tools, inventories, and buildings.

- Supervise assigned personnel, including scheduling work assignments, recording activities, and ensuring accountability for hours worked.

- Train personnel to develop electrical skills and promote safe work habits.

- Develop and train an assistant.

- Ensure cleanliness and orderliness of facilities and work areas.

- Implement and manage electrical maintenance program to minimize production downtime.

- Conduct regular inspections of electrical equipment and maintain documentation.

- Troubleshoot electrical issues and develop procedures for equipment controls.

- Train identified personnel in installation and maintenance of electrical equipment.

- Review and approve purchases in accordance with company policies.

- Adhere to safety protocols and ensure safe work practices around electrical equipment.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training in electrical maintenance preferred.

- Minimum of 2 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance.

- Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems and controls.

- Knowledge of electrical codes, commercial, residential, and industrial regulations.

- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.

- Experience with motor control centers, VFD’s, PLC’s, and other industrial electrical equipment.

- Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures related to electrical work.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

- Flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergency repair needs as required.

Safety:

- Use proper procedures to accomplish maintenance tasks safely.

- Provide training on safe procedures for working with electrical equipment.

- Always verify circuits are de-energized before maintenance using a reliable meter.

- Promote and enforce safe practices around electrical equipment.

- Be trained in Arc Flash Safety and use all assigned safety equipment.

Schedule:
We are looking for either Tuesday thru Saturday or Sunday thru Thursday. Start and end time TBD or what might work best for the right applicant.