Saft Batteries is looking for a first shift Journeyman Electrician. The position does include an after-hours, on-call schedule, which will rotate amongst other maintenance employees.

General description of this position - Why does this position exist?

This position exists to support the Master Electrician in maintaining all new and existing electrical needs and repairs.

Candidates must have a current active Stated of Maryland Journeyman Electrical license.

The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to evolve their role.

Minimum requirements for the position

• Eligible candidates should currently have their State of Maryland Master Electrician License, issues by the DLLR, and the MD Board of Master Electricians.
• Associates degree, technical school certificate or military training in one of the following disciplines:
• Candidate should be up to date on code compliance within the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Must have strong mechanical, electrical and electronic aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment. Examples of this should include experience with low/high voltage electrical systems, electronic systems, hydraulics, robotics, PLCs and computer information systems.
• Be able and willing to provide on-call service for plant operations. The on-call calendar has rotating weekends.
• Strong assessment and troubleshooting skills (mechanical, electrical, and process) with demonstrated and proven experience and background.
• Solid understanding of maintenance systems to include preventative maintenance and CMMS.
• Must possess good reading/writing/comprehension skills and possess a mathematical aptitude.
• Interact with all levels of personnel to analyze and solve problems related to equipment but also with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and personnel issues.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, pulling or moving of equipment and machinery up to 60lbs.
• Must be a US Citizen or green card holder.

Position responsibilities

• Assess current electrical engineering layout and be able to make independent design decisions based on the architecture of our current layout and any proposed project.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, technical manuals, pneumatic schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to maintenance technicians who may have less experience with electrical systems.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Install equipment and electrical components and test to ensure proper functioning.
• Perform mechanical, pneumatic and electrical maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns using dig volt meters and electronic tools.
• Test malfunctioning machinery, determine repairs and discuss with maintenance supervisor/manager for approval/repair, as needed.
• Replace faulty parts, electrical wires, motors, controls and circuit boards.
• Repair, rebuild, adjust, inspect and monitor production and/or facility related equipment and machinery.
• Clean and lubricate parts/equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, cut, change parts, etc.
• Interact constructively as a team member, supporting team goals and objectives.
• Effectively make decisions relative to job duties/responsibilities.
• Maintain clean equipment/work area and work safely to promote operational safety by example in work habits.