Electrical Technician 1st Shift

Industry: Manufacturing & Production

Job Category: Engineering - Electrical

Ideal Candidate

Minimum 2 years work experience working in power distribution or electrical distribution.

Job Description

The shift hours are 5am - 3:30pm.

What youll do

The companys Power Distribution and Control Assemblies is currently seeking an Electrical Technician I to join our team. This position is based at our Arden NC facility.

The Electrical Technician I position is a key role in the final inspection and functional testing of company products. As an Electrical Technician I you will create a test plan electronically / electrically test and inspect electrical components and connections in various applications; (structures units panels panelboards component parts controls and assemblies) in order to verify correct product function. At times you will need to perform troubleshooting and complete or document needed repairs prior to shipping. The ability to follow diagrams schematics and various work instructions in line with engineered specifications including test and working procedures will allow you to be productive in this role.

In this role you will:

Follow verbal and written instructions drawings and specifications to set up inspect and test equipment.

Perform mechanical electrical insulation and sequence testing; inspect assemblies panels and components for quality and functionality.

Troubleshoot test failures determine root causes and coordinate corrective actions with Engineering Quality and supervision.

Verify customer orders for completeness and support customer inspectors during testing and inspection activities.

Recommend and support improvements to assembly wiring calibration testing procedures and ensure required changes and repairs are completed.

Maintain test equipment calibration status records and reports.

Comply with all safety PPE hygiene and housekeeping requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Required (Basic) Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma /GED from an accredited institution.

Minimum 2 years work experience working in power distribution or electrical distribution.

Previous experience in troubleshooting complex electrical circuits.

Able to read and interpret electrical schematics.

Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of the work location will be considered.

Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications

Associates degree in electrical/Electronic Technology/Engineering / Electromechanical / Mechatronics or related field

1 year of reading and interpreting schematics

Previous experience working with open and energized electrical equipment in a testing environment