Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry's well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
Summary
This role is responsible for ensuring proper electrical functioning of plant equipment and machinery and to troubleshoot any electrical malfunctioning and complete appropriate repairs and maintenance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
A strong emphasis on safety and good safety practices including arc flash requirements
Maintain and repair all existing electrical equipment in the production areas
Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment
Perform mechanical tasks as directed by supervisor
Prepare maintenance reports for management as directed
Maintain strict documentation of all plant electrical circuitry
Provide general lead electrician support
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and assembly schematic drawings
Diagnose and test malfunctioning machinery and discuss malfunction with other facility personnel
Ability to interpret electrical schematics for repair, installation and maintenance of industrial production equipment including programming AC drives
Replace or repair faulty electrical components of machine
Calibrate and adjust all electrical/electronic equipment according to manufacturer's specifications
Do minor programming and maintenance for programmable logic controller-based equipment
Maintain proper stock of tools and electrical parts to perform routine work
Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics
PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.
Requirements / Education / Experience
Associate degree or completion of Technical School and Apprenticeship program or equivalent in training, experience and education
Minimum of 5 years industrial experience in electrical support functions
Must have been employed as an electrician or electrician apprentice within the past 18 months
Must be knowledgeable of OSHA safety requirements, especially those related to electrical operations and components
Able to read and understand electrical schematics and blueprints
Working knowledge of three phase motors, programmable controls, circuits, and National Electrical Code
Physical Environment
Ability to lift, push or pull 60 pounds or more
Requires often climbing, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, and twisting
Able to use tools and equipment to repair and provide maintenance while standing, crouching, stretching, extending extremities and under extreme work environments
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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