Electrician Master (V)

Position Purpose

Shaw is hiring for an Electrician Master (V)! This position is the highest-tier electrical maintenance technician role responsible for expert-level troubleshooting advanced automation & controls programming and leadership in maintaining the plants most complex electrical Robotics automation and control systems. This role ensures equipment operates at peak efficiency and lowest reasonable cost. The Electrician Master (V) also serves as a technical mentor and subject matter expert leading Electricians IIIV and supporting large-scale improvements across the facility.

Shift: 7PM-7AM CST

Position Expectations

The Electrician Master (V) executes duties with strong focus on:

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Maintain & Optimize Manufacturing Electrical Systems

Provide expert-level maintenance on highly automated and complex equipment including:

• MCCs drives motors and power distribution equipment
• PLCs HMIs scada dcs control loops robotics servo/stepper systems and other automation platforms

2. Lead Advanced Troubleshooting & Repairs

Perform and lead complex troubleshooting activities:

• Differentiate between mechanical electrical controls process and product-related issues
• Troubleshoot Diagnose and repair complex equipment failures across automation control logic and instrumentation
• Develop corrective actions and lead implementation
• Update electrical schematics and documentation accurately and promptly

3. Lead Proactive Maintenance Development

Support and develop maintenance strategy:

• Preventive Maintenance (PM): Execute high-level inspections testing and evaluations
• Condition Maintenance (CM): Lead repairs/replacements identified through PM & PdM
• Develop detailed job plans and ensure accurate updates to prints and procedures

4. Support Major Projects & Process Improvements

Execute work orders and lead improvement initiatives:

• Design program and implement complex PLC logic and automated system changes
• Install integrate and configure advanced control systems HMIs robotics and related equipment
• Support capital projects and new equipment integration efforts

5. Technical Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor Electricians IIIV in advanced troubleshooting and controls
• Provide technical direction on major work assignments and project execution
• Serve as a facility SME for electrical systems automation platforms and controls strategy

Critical Knowledge & Skills

Safety

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Confined Space
• PPE & arc flash safety
• Hot Work
• PIT operation
• Fall protection
• Hoisting & rigging

Advanced Tools & Instrumentation

• Process calibrators
• Oscilloscopes
• IR cameras
• Data loggers and analysis software
• Advanced networking and communication tools

Electrical & Controls Expertise

• Read modify and update electrical schematics and P&IDs
• Advanced NEC understanding
• Expert understanding of e-stop and safety-rated systems
• Advanced troubleshooting of:
  • PLCs (hardware and program logic)
  • AC & DC drives
  • Relay logic
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Single-loop controllers
• Ability to design and create advanced PLC programs and control strategies
• Strong understanding of automation communication protocols

Math & Measurement Skills

• Arithmetic
• Electrical formulas (current voltage power)
• Measurement unit conversions
• Ohms/Lenzs Law

Competencies

• Work Standards
• Solve Problems
• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Collaborate
• Lead-Coach

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED (will seek guidance on IF we can add this)
• Completion of Electrician Advanced (IV) requirements (Demonstration of skills)
• Previous experience in electrical manufacturing
• Expert-level troubleshooting and controls experience
• Demonstrated ability to design and modify PLC and automation programs

Preferred

• 5 years of experience in electrical manufacturing

• Technical degree apprenticeship or recognized industrial electrical certification
• Extensive automation robotics or motion control experience
• Strong PdM experience (IR ultrasound data analytics oscilloscopes)
• Experience leading major reliability or automation project