Maintenance Electrician

About the role

19845 US Hwy 76 Newberry South Carolina 29108

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Maintenance Electrician is a highly skilled position responsible for safely installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment throughout the manufacturing facility. This position works independently to support production operations by minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring electrical systems and machinery are operating safely and effectively.

The Maintenance Electrician will work on a variety of equipment, including welders, AC/DC motors, CNC equipment, production machinery, generators, transformers, controllers, circuit breakers, electrical distribution systems, and other plant equipment. This role also supports maintenance activities, equipment installations, and emergency repairs.

Essential Functions

• Perform electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, installation, and repair on production machinery, CNC equipment, welders, AC/DC motors, and other plant equipment.
• Support the preventative maintenance program by completing scheduled inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform timely troubleshooting and repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems, and related electrical components.
• Diagnose electrical problems using appropriate testing equipment, schematics, blueprints, drawings, equipment manuals, and other technical documentation.
• Perform electrical installations and modifications in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local electrical codes.
• Perform calculations related to electrical loads, wiring requirements, equipment specifications, and other electrical applications.
• Use electrician hand tools, measuring devices, meters, and testing instruments to safely troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Utilize basic PLC logic to assist with troubleshooting and repairing CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with the installation and startup of new or repaired equipment.
• Communicate equipment issues, repair needs, estimated downtime, and repair status to maintenance and plant leadership.
• Document completed repairs, preventative maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment information in applicable maintenance systems.
• Develop working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems throughout the facility to support overall maintenance needs.
• Safely operate forklifts, man-lifts, cranes, and other equipment as required to perform maintenance activities.
• Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Actively participate in department and facility safety programs and demonstrate behaviors consistent with all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned by leadership and management.

Other Important Details about the Role

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and follow all company policies, procedures, and applicable electrical standards.
• Respond effectively to both planned preventative maintenance activities and unexpected equipment failures.
• Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, engineering, and plant leadership to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Be willing to continue developing mechanical and electrical maintenance knowledge across plant equipment and processes.
• Within 90 calendar days, demonstrate the ability to maintain an acceptable level of safety, productivity, quality, attendance, and job performance as determined by management.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to independently read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, drawings, equipment specifications, manufacturer manuals, and applicable electrical codes.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, motors, wiring, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of PLC logic used in troubleshooting CNC and automated manufacturing equipment.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more