RETENTION BONUS OF UP TO $1000 FOLLOWING 12 MONTHS OF SERVICE!!!
Gold Bond Building Products also known as National Gypsum Company is a fully integrated manufacturer and supplier of building and construction products worldwide including Gold Bond® BRAND gypsum wallboard, ProForm® BRAND joint treatment products, and PermaBase® BRAND cement board. National Gypsum Company, a manufacturer of gypsum wallboard, is seeking an experienced industrial electrician at their Waukegan, IL wallboard plant on 1st shift.
National Gypsum Company, is a drug-free workplace that offers a complete benefits package including a 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
Core Responsibilities
- The person we are seeking must have worked in a manufacturing environment with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
- Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems for Industrial equipment, with a strong focus on 480V 3 Phase power.
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings to execute precise installations and repairs.
- Installing conduit and wiring for equipment, ensuring compliane with electrical codes and safety regulations.
- Collaborating with our engineering and production teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical components into our equipment.
- Conducting regular inspections and preventative maintenance to identify and resolve potential issues proactively.
- Diagnosing electrical fults and maifunctions and implementing effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Create work orders.
- Responsible for assisting in ordering parts and maintaining adequate spare parts inventory.
- Maintain an inspection for all motors and electrical equipment.
- Test existing equipment and determine if components of a system need to be upgraded or replaced.
- Check switches, motors, regulators, and other parts of an industrial electrical system.
- Inspect and troubleshoot Hydraulic and Pneumatics systems.
- Inspect, rear, & troubleshoot burner management systems.
- Ensure that all equipment is kept in a proper and safe working condition.
- Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain safe working record and environment.
- Adhering to strict safety protocols and promoting a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Basic industrical, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and pneumatic skills, including troubleshooting.
- Must have knowledge and experience with Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
- Must be able to interpret and read both electrical and mechanical deawings, schematics and ladder diagrams.
- Must be able to install 3 phase motors and control circuits.
- Understand inputs and outputs on PLC circuits.
- Experience with Natural Gas Burner.
- Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards and regulations.
Pre-employment drug screening is required.
The company participates in E-verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility - www.dhs.gov/everify.
The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to the position. A passing score on a pre-employment assessment test is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $46.34 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Industrial Electrician: 3 years (Required)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
