Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Sr. Electrician in St Paul, Minnesota
Job Description
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Diagnose, troubleshoot, test, install, and repair electrical parts, equipment and systems; install or replace circuit breakers, fuses, and variable speed
· Work on electrical equipment including but not limited to Frequency Ddrives (VFDs), contactors, overload devices, fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring
· Safely work with multi-phase, high voltage and low voltage electrical systems
· Troubleshoot and resolve control networks, instrumentation, PLC devices (Programmable Logic Control), HMI (Human Machine Interface), VFD, servo, and control problems
· Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
· Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, distribution systems, motor control centers, and motors
· Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
· Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
· Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
· Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes
· Anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
· Perform and assist in all operations maintenance activities, in accordance with national, state and local electrical codes
· Use a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., SAP) to record and access maintenance related information
· Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
· Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
· The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Graduation from trade school or technical school in related discipline preferred
· 4 to 6 years of electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and automation system maintenance experience
· Certification and/or License – Electrician journeyman license or other location specific electrician license; master electrician preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
· Thorough knowledge of electrical codes, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment
· Considerable knowledge and application of national, state, local building codes, OSHA, and standard industry safety rules/regulations pertaining to electrical work
· Able to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in electrical maintenance activities
· Able to use to use ladders and scaffolding in a safe, efficient manner
· Able to work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints
· Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
· Able to perform complex or complicated electrical activities/repairs independently
· Able to complete projects from planning to installation
· Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
· Able to work effectively in a team environment
· Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
· Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
· Basic computer skills
· Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer