Electrical Technician

Spark your career with exciting electrical projects and Join our Maintenance Team!

Our Maintenance electricians install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical systems, apparatus, and electrical and mechanical components of industrial machinery and equipment. Provide technical support for the Maintenance Manager, the plant, and all maintenance personnel. Works daily to ensure assigned areas of responsibility are working with risk lowered to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA), specifically in an effort to achieve ZERO HARM so no injuries, illness or negative impact occurs to employees, property, the environment, or the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Other duties may be assigned.

• Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot complex electrical systems utilizing tools such as an ohm meter, volt meter, oscilloscope, and computer software.

Ability to read a set of electrical prints and install wiring machinery to the manufacturer's specifications Solder electrical and electronic components

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of safe and proper use of the more advanced electrical diagnostic equipment (i.e. AC AC-powered oscilloscopes, recording voltmeters/ammeters)

Ability to troubleshoot and repair control systems that utilize programmable controllers and similar devices

• Responsible for training others
• Leads overhaul and PMs

On call for after-hours service calls if necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

The education and experience requirements listed here indicate the minimum basic educational knowledge and minimum previous work-related experience required by the job duties of the position.

Education:

Broad Technical training (high school plus 1 to 2 years of apprenticeship/applied trades training). Training requires a basic knowledge of shop mathematics, as well as the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, PLC programs, DC drive motors, AC drive motors, and various types of precision measuring instruments.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of electrical technician experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education and work-related experience may be acceptable.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

None

INITIATIVE AND INGENUITY:

Requires the use of judgment to plan, perform and make decisions as to the sequence of setups, operations and processes within the limitations of recognized or standard methods and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Continuously (70-100%):

Use hands to feel, touch, grasp or grip tools, objects, or handles

• Perform repetitive movements

Talk or hear (normal or corrected)

Frequently (30-70%):

Sit Rotate body from a sitting position Climb and balance

Occasionally (Up to 30%):

Lift, carry, push, or pull more than 60 pounds with mechanical assistance as needed Stretch Stand Walk and move around Rotate body from a standing position

Vision requirements of this job include:

Constant observation Near acuity Far acuity Depth perception Peripheral vision Dim or bright lights Frequent change of focus

The use of mechanical controls includes:

Buttons Knobs Levers Cranks Pedals

EQUIPMENT USED:

Continuously (70-100%):

Machinery such as production equipment, bander, buttwelder, and air cutter with responsibility for repair, adjustments, and set ups

Frequently (30-70%):

Vehicles/heavy equipment such as forklift and crane Measuring devices such as micrometer

Occasionally (Up to 30%):

Hand tools Computer

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is responsible for minimizing accidents within the facility and for following established safety policies and procedures during performance of this job.

Somewhat disagreeable working conditions

Continuously (70-100%):

Moving or dangerous machinery, may operate multiple machines/lines at once Loud noise

Frequently (30-70%):

Heat (non-weather) Cold (non-weather)

Occasionally (Up to 30%):

Wet or humid conditions Slippery floors, ramps, etc. Vibration Outside weather Dust Electrical shock hazard Oil, grease, solvents

REQUIRED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/DEVICES:

Continuously (70-100%):

Earplugs Safety goggles/glasses Safety shoes Face shield Kevlar sleeves Gloves

Occasionally (Up to 30%):

Masks Hard hat

For your hard work, you receive:

Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance

Opportunity for professional growth:

Paid time off including holidays and vacation Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.