Electrician I (1st shift)

Electrician 1 Kyle 

Position summary:
Electrician 1 is responsible for troubleshooting the electrical system, upgrading electrical devices, and equipment,
as well as general plant facilities modernization.

Educational requirements:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school certificate preferred.

Skills and experience:
• Experience in electrical craft through secondary schooling or in an industrial environment troubleshooting
electrical equipment.
• Experience with troubleshooting, commissioning, and decommissioning of equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving history report.
• Meet license requirements for powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate and work with other co-workers at all levels.
Essential duties:
• Understand, troubleshoot and problem solve issues of basic complexity in advanced electrical/mechanical
systems (PLC’s, drives, motors, HVAC, power distribution).
• Repair and maintain electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics to troubleshoot and install equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical systems with some electronics.
• Estimate, procure parts, modify, and install electrical equipment.
• Utilize electrical test equipment such as multimeter/amprobe/megger to analyze electrical equipment for
malfunctions.
• Utilize electrical schematics or PLC Logics to interpret deficiencies.
• Minimize equipment downtime and maximize equipment productivity through efficiency.
• Assist or train other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Support all operations as needed. Communicate with appropriate management and maintenance/production
associates of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders and maintenance
activities. This involves using the CMMS to complete, create, manage, and update work orders, and record
relevant data about equipment and maintenance procedures.
• Inspect and perform routine preventative maintenance as scheduled to ensure peak operating performance
and equipment reliability to minimize any downtime related to equipment failure.
• Be familiar and aware of the maintenance role in emergency response situations that may require
assistance to departments or shutting down various utilities.
• Drive company truck to various Interface locations as well as to supply companies.
• When doing any overhead work, take proper safety precautions to prevent falling objects from hitting
personnel/machinery.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with all applicable environmental regulations,
procedures, rules, and regulations including strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication,
OSHA regulations, Personal Protective Equipment, and general plant safety rules.
• Be aware of departmental Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Be familiar with Interface’s Environmental & Quality policy.
• Comply with all departmental and plant wide ISO requirements for 9001 and 14001 and complete training as
needed.
• Awareness of departmental KPIs and how your job contributes to the company goals.
• Understand and support Interface’s commitment to sustainability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical demands:
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Stand and walk on concrete floors for extended periods of time.
• Climb ladders and stairs.

Work environment:
• Non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Work areas include, but not limited to, electrical panels, power distribution switchgear, breaker panels, etc.
• Requires the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), provided by the company. All necessary PPE
must be worn.