Overview
Holcim (US) Inc., the largest manufacturer and distributor of cement and related construction materials currently has an immediate opening for a Electrical Instrumentation Technician position for its manufacturing facility located in Midlothian, Texas.
We offer:
- 2 weeks vacation in first year
- 12 paid holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance coverage within first 30 days
- 401k in first 30 days with company match
- Starting pay beginning at $28.00
This position is responsible for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant electrical equipment, and requires good working knowledge of NEC code, electrical standards, pressure and temperature transmitters, PLC’s, AC and DC drives, motors and their controls. The incumbent must be able to make estimates of material requirements and prepare requisitions and reports.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
- Practice and promote safety in such way as including but not limited to; assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate PPE.
- Exercise and encourage core values including but not limited to; developing self and coaching others by inspiration and empowerment
- Install electrical equipment, conductors, instrumentation, lighting and conduit in accordance with the National Electric Code.
- Troubleshoot electrical problems in a systematic, logical manner to determine reasons for failures and necessary steps to make repairs.
- Use the SAP system to document work and track parts used.
- Work effectively with other plant personnel to resolve problems not necessarily related to electrical.
- Operate mobile equipment needed in performance of the job in a safe manner and within plant guidelines (forklift, man lift, truck)
- Actively participate and contribute to training necessary in the performance of this position.
- Perform such other duties, including those not related to craft, as directed by the Electrical Supervisor.
- Occasionally oversee contractors when needed.
- Operate independent of supervisor.
- Respond to call-outs during non-work hours as needed.
- Make estimates of material requirements and prepare requisitions and reports.
- Create and update work orders in the SAP system.
- Be able to read and work from schematics and detailed instructions.
- Perform all job assignments using the prescribed safety equipment and procedures in a professional manner.
- Maintain work area in clean and organized condition.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Required Education: High School diploma/GED
Additional Education Preferred: Associates/Technical Degree
Field of Study Preferred: Electrical Technology
Travel Requirements: Some local travel
Required Work Experience:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the electrical field in the cement manufacturing or related industry.
- Must be able to meet on-call responsibilities as well as emergency call-out to support 24/7 operations.