Job Description
The Industrial Electrical Trainee role is an entry-level position focused on providing hands-on training in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety procedures within an industrial environment, with the goal of developing skills to become a qualified Industrial Electrician.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist experienced electricians with daily electrical maintenance and repair activities
- Learn to safely work with motors, motor controls, panels, and industrial wiring systems
- Troubleshoot electrical issues related to PLC-controlled devices, motor control centers, VFDs, and instrumentation
- Read and interpret basic electrical schematics and diagrams
- Use electrical testing equipment such as multimeters, megger, process meters, hart meters, and amp meters
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area following safety procedures and OSHA guidelines
- Document tasks performed and skills learned during training
- Participate in structured on-the-job training and complete electrical training plans
- Demonstrate increasing competency in electrical fundamentals, safety, and industrial applications
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Strong maintenance aptitude and interest in electrical systems
- Ability to learn quickly in a hands-on environment
- Ability to follow directions and work safely in an industrial setting
- Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
- Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
- Willing and able to pull and lift up to 50 lbs
- Willing and able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
- Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment
- Willing and able to work in hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environments
- Willing and able to assist with basic troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, work orders, and repair of industrial electrical systems
- Ability to safely work with motors, motor controls, panels, and industrial wiring systems under supervision
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues relating to PLC controlled devices, motor control centers, VFDs, instrumentation, and other standard electrical devices under supervision
- Ability to practice reading and interpreting basic electrical schematics and diagrams
- Ability to use electrical testing equipment such as multi-meters, megger, process meters, Hart meters, and amp meters as trained
- Willing and able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
- Willing and able to perform tasks such as pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Willing and able to work in accordance with OSHA guidelines, lockout/tagout procedures, and safety protocols
- Willing and able to document tasks performed and skills learned as part of the training process
- Willing and able to participate in structured on-the-job training with designated mentors
- Willing and able to complete assigned electrical training plan within established timeframes
- Willing and able to demonstrate progressively increasing competency in electrical fundamentals, safety, and industrial applications
- Willing and able to work toward readiness for a formal Industrial Electrician role
- Travel may be required from time to time, but not on a regular basis for training or other work-related assignments
Benefits & Perks
Structured on-the-job training with designated mentors
Progression toward readiness for a formal Industrial Electrician role
Work in outdoor environments and industrial settings
Willingness and ability to work in hot, humid, cold, and noisy environments
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs and working for up to 12 hours a day
Adherence to safety procedures, OSHA guidelines, and lockout tagout requirements
Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination policies
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