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Electrician at Westlake Corporation in Henderson, CO
Skills
Job Description
Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, the Electrician is responsible for maintaining, repairing all existing electrical equipment in production areas and troubleshooting PLC's while ensuring all company safety rules and policies are followed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Comply with Company Safety Policies
Maintain and repair all existing electrical equipment in production areas and troubleshooting PLC's by utilizing ladder diagrams and schematics.
Utilize troubleshooting techniques to analyze, detect, and determine the nature of a problem, and extent of repairs required
Actively participate in the preventative maintenance program
Perform Electrical preventative maintenance of electrical control panels and equipment to ensure optimal operation and safety standards
Maintain inventory of spare parts and supplies by utilizing lean and 5s principles
Follow and enforce company safety policies and procedures always and operate wide variety of manufacturing tools
Work with company engineering on electrical upgrade and new equipment installs
Capable of utilizing mobile equipment: pallet jack, forklift, scissor lift, boom lift
Execute electrical related inspections and report accordingly
Run conduit and electrically terminate wiring in industrial equipment, interpret input output modules, and operate a variety of tools and equipment in a safe manner
Must place the upmost importance on working safely, and maintain a safe work environment for self and others, always
Other duties as assigned
Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Close attention to detail and organized
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to work independently and as a team
Must be well organized, and able to complete, and perform work orders
Basic knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and Software
Basic knowledge of Siemens PLC hardware and software
Basic knowledge of Gas burner controls
Good knowledge of windows Microsoft Office (excel, word, power point, etc.)
Ability to read and interpret diagrams, schematics, and motor controls
Team player, reliable and high work integrity
Good communication skills
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
The employee should have the following:
- High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade
- 1 - 2 years' experience in a relevant field
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee should possess the ability to:
Working near moving mechanical parts
Loud noise
Exposure to airborne particles within a manufacturing operation
Lifting heavy materials, up to 50 pounds
Climb and work occasionally at heights
General manufacturing environment
May require overtime work as necessary
Must be flexible to work any shift and/or weekends as scheduled
Ability to stoop, bend, walk, stand, sit, reach and climb
Will be expected to conduct all assigned tasks scheduled by supervisor
Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions
Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship
$34.04 per hour
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
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