Industrial Maintenance Electrician

An Industrial Maintenance Electrician performs a large variety of electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment for the generation, distribution, and utilization of electrical energy. They coordinate, participate, assist, construct, fabricate, install, repair and maintain generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, conduit systems and electronic controls as required for plant operations.

An Industrial Maintenance Electrician's responsibilities include the following:

• Assist supervisor in planning, scheduling and assigning various jobs.
• Order parts and materials for electrical department from warehouse and purchasing department as required to install and maintain equipment.
• Locate, diagnose and repair troubles in electrical systems and equipment.
• Works with electrical hand and power tools, measuring and testing instruments.
• Assist maintenance millwrights in dismantling or partially dismantling machines and mechanical equipment to diagnose source of trouble and make vital repairs or adjustments as required.
• Uses and interprets for others complicated blueprints and drawings.
• Troubleshoots breakdowns to resolve cause of trouble while keeping work of unit on schedule.
• Always follow safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Communicate work performed to their supervisor, next shift, and maintenance scheduler.
• Keep work area clean, safe, and orderly.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Candidates for the Industrial Maintenance Electrician position must meet the following requirements:

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Have verifiable and consistent work experience.
• Pass a written exam to demonstrate knowledge of various electrical topics. (The result will be used to determine a candidates base knowledge for the appropriate starting wage.)
• Pass an employment background check, drug screening, and physical fitness test. (To be coordinated through Tyler Pipe's HR & Safety Departments)

Candidates for the Industrial Maintenance Electrician position should have:

• Ability to identify technical malfunctions in electrical units and systems.
• Understanding of the correct handling and use of electrical repair tools and equipment.
• Ability to effectively manage time and coordinate work functions with co-workers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Initiative and ability to work unsupervised at times.
• Willingness to work when needed and to help and volunteer across a variety of different machines.
• Dedication to safety by following all safety rules/procedures and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Excellence attendance and punctuality.

Tyler Pipe, as a subsidiary of McWane, Inc., is a nationwide leader in manufacturing cast iron soil pipe and fittings located in Tyler, Texas. Based on the founding principles of McWane in 1920, it is expected that all team members will know and exhibit the eight principles of The McWane Way: Safety, Environment, Leadership, Accountability, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, and Communication as well as the values and behaviors supporting these principles.

If you're dedicated and tenacious, then Tyler Pipe is an excellent place to advance your career. Don't hesitate to apply!