Industrial Surface Mine Electrician

Job Summary

The Industrial Surface Mine Electrician is responsible for the electrical repair and maintenance for machinery and equipment associated with conveyor systems, pumps, crushers and other equipment at an aggregate production facility.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

Hourly $46.40

Responsibilities

• Maintains and troubleshoots electrical equipment and power distribution throughout the plant
• Establishes the appropriate procedure to locate and correct electrical problems, and determines electrical component replacements
• Performs high and low voltage splices, terminations and stress cones
• Installs and maintains high, medium and low voltage power controls on equipment
• Performs necessary maintenance to the equipment and machinery to repair or replace the defective parts
• Troubleshoot electrical problems in power circuits 120 - 12,470 volts, in addition to control circuits of various voltages and repair transformers and circuit breakers
• May perform a variety of electrical tests to determine exact cause of issue
• Performs adjustments and calibration procedures on various forms of process equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance as instructed on all equipment/machinery
• Collaborates with other department, providing necessary electrical support to ensure day-to-day maintenance issues are resolved; maintains an electronic log of any highlights occurring during shift coverage
• Performs work area inspection
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience in the Industrial Electrical field and troubleshooting techniques
• Familiarity with NFP 70E, basic AC and C controls and terminology of tools, prints and equipment
• Must have proven experience and ability in mechanical, electrical and electronic maintenance troubleshooting techniques
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Able to read and comprehend electrical blueprints and schematics
• Strong computer, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Good driving record
• Ability to travel to other locations to provide support 
• Ability to work overtime, night and weekend work as needed including responding to emergency calls
• Provide basic tools for routine maintenance, installation and repair work

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.