Maintenance Electrician

Arconic is currently in search of Maintenance Electrician to join our Kawneer in Visalia.  $28/hour is base pay for this position.

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.  

SUMMARY: Troubleshoots and performs routine, electrical and preventative maintenance on all plant production machinery, utility equipment and facilities by performing the following essential duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES included but not limited to the following.

• Adhere to all Kawneer rules and regulations.
• Utilizes the preventative maintenance system to record and schedule maintenance requests orders.
• Consider personal safety first in all situations.
• Performs specialized tasks within the individual mechanic’s skill area; such as fabrication, assembly, welding, burning, cutting, electrical, and pipefitting.
• Directs work of helpers as required 
• Observes pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, pumps and plant machinery to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricates and cleans parts, machinery, and equipment.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Initiates purchase order for parts and machines.
• Stores materials such as metals, tools, or chemicals in designated areas.
• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain all facility electrical systems to board level.
• Installs, wires and programs controllers.
• Runs conduit and pull wire to schematic specifications.
• Maintain and repair main distribution panels, sub-panels, and machine control panels.
• Proficiently operate all production equipment in the plant.
• Work with and program hardware for the PLC systems, D/C motors and drives, A/C motors and variable frequency drives. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• One to six years related work experience is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, blue prints and electrical schematic diagrams.
• Knowledge of Nation Electric Codes preferred.
• Ability to write reports and correspondents.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others. 
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with and respond to problems in standard work situations.
• Able to work independently.
• Ability to obtain a mobile equipment license, forklift certification, side-loader certification, electric pallet jack certification and overhead crane certification are preferred.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, test equipment, meters and gauges.
• Ability to gas, MIG, TIG and arc weld in a proficient and safe manner.
• Requires basic skills in mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and understanding of 110V, 220V and 480V power and control systems.
• Must have own tools and locking tool chest.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Able to bend, stoop, crawl and work in adverse conditions and positions.
• Able to repetitively lift up to 40 pounds or 1/3 of your body weight. 
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Able to work 12 hour days.
• Able to wear required PPE.
• Able to bend and twist repetitively.

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others. 

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. 

At Arconic, we: 

Act With Integrity. 

We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. 

Safeguard our Future. 

We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. 

Grow Stronger Together. 

We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. 

Earn Customer Loyalty. 

We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. 

Drive Operational Excellence. 

We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. 

Create Value. 

We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders. 

United States Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Arconic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.