Electro-Mechanical Technician
JOB-10042491
Anticipated Start Date
Dec. 17, 2024
Location
Houston, TX
Type of Employment
Contract-to-Hire
Employer Info
Our client has been in business for 50+ years. A recycling industry leader in manufacturing industrial rubber mats. With over 500 employees in North America, our Client is seeking team players who can exemplify our core values of "RESPECT FOR ALL", "OWN IT", "RESULTS FOCUSED"- If this sounds like a fit for you, we would love to hear from you.
Job Summary
This role will assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures
Job Description
- Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes at the country, state, and federal levels
- Perform safety-related functions and other miscellaneous electrical functions
- Competent with the configuration of VFDs
- Must possess a demonstrated ability to safely utilize a forklift and high lift
- Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot PLCs
- Must be physically capable of performing work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
- Proficient in testing and troubleshooting electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and megaohm meters, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system
- Utilizing a systematic approach to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and avoid replacing parts
- The above statements describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
Skills Required
- Must have at least 5 years of 24v troubleshooting and plc experience
- Must be a journeyman electrician
- Must have experience working on automated machines
- Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
- Must have stable work tenure. Avoid job hoppers that have moved jobs every 6 months
- Must have the flexibility to work different schedules if needed.
- Must have immediate availability to interview and start, if selected
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Basic Electricity & Electronics
- DC Equipment & Controls
- Batteries & DC Circuits· Single-Phase Motors
- Transformers & AC Circuits
- Three-Phase Systems
- Electrical Measuring Instruments
- Electrical Safety & Protection
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Power Supplies
- Digital Logic Systems
- Input/Output Devices
- Ability to read Electrical Schematics and mechanical blueprints
- Ladder logic knowledge
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Knowledge and prior experience with Hydraulics
Education/Training/Certifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Preferred Electrician License or two-year electrical program
Additional Requirements
- Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background and drug screen
- Must be available to work 12-hour day and/or night shifts, weekends, call-outs, and overtime
- Required: Steel-toed shoes/boots
- Work Hours:
- Rotating Shift
- Wednesday through Tuesday. Must be able to work the day shift (7am-7pm), night shift (7pm-7am), and weekends. About 10-20 hours of overtime on a weekly basis.
Pay Rate/Salary
- Starting $28.00 - $35.00/hr depending on experience. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skill set and/or location.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.