Electrical Maintenance Technician
Prince George, WV - USA
Job Summary
Job Details
Division: Nucor Insulated Panel Group
Location: Prince George VA USA
Other Available Locations: N/A
Basic Job Functions:
Nucor Insulated Panel Group is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Maintenance Technician to support continuous manufacturing operations at our Prince George facility. This position is responsible for the installation troubleshooting repair and preventive maintenance of industrial electrical systems controls and automation equipment supporting production lines and facility utilities.
The Electrical Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in minimizing downtime improving equipment reliability and supporting automation and continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong electrical troubleshooting skills a safetyfirst mindset and the ability to work effectively with operations engineering and maintenance teams.
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to initiate lead and uphold safety policies procedures and housekeeping standards at all times.
Primary Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot diagnose and repair industrial electrical systems including:
- Motors motor starters VFDs and soft starters
- 480V / 277V / 120V power distribution systems
- Control panels MCCs and electrical enclosures
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and control systems to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Troubleshoot and support PLCbased control systems including I/O sensors HMI interfaces and basic ladder logic diagnostics.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics wiring diagrams and oneline drawings.
- Support troubleshooting of production equipment involving automation sensors encoders safety circuits and interlocks.
- Install modify and maintain electrical components in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC) OSHA regulations and company standards.
- Assist with startup commissioning and continuous improvement of new or modified equipment.
- Collaborate with mechanical maintenance engineering and operations to resolve complex equipment issues.
- Accurately document work performed electrical changes and PM activities.
- Support plant utilities and facility electrical systems as required.
- Perform other maintenancerelated duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
2year degree in Industrial Electrical Technology Electrical Maintenance or related field
OR
3 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to safely work with voltage up to 600V for industrial electrical systems.
Basic computer skills (CMMS usage Microsoft Outlook and other Apps).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Multi-craft work history preferred.
- Knowledge in hydraulic/pneumatic/mechanical design repair and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) troubleshooting.
- Experience in a continuous line manufacturing environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- This is a physical active role which requires lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Range of motion will include squatting bending standing walking and reaching. May be required to enter areas that are near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is considered moderate and may require the use of hearing protection. Required to utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) when accessing certain manufacturing areas (hard hat gloves welding jacket or weld bibs safety glasses welding hood and earplugs.)
Must be willing to work weekends rotating shifts scheduled/unscheduled overtime and oncall support may be required.
Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Nucor Corporation is the safest, highest quality, lowest cost, most productive and most profitable steel and steel products company in the world.