Maintenance Electrician

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials. We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.Pay Rate: $37.56/hourUp to a 5% quarterly bonus with a perfect attendance multiplier!We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.'Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community”Our benefits include:Offsite free clinicMedicalDental401k - Knauf contributes 3% regardless of if you contributeLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Plus more!Growth opportunities available!Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!Use safe work practices and counsel other employees to do the same, as necessary This includes understanding and complying with the lock-out/tag-out procedures, remaining current on plant and safety matters and participating regularly in department/plant safety meetingsInstall conduit, wring and equipment with craftsmanship in a skilled and professional mannerRead and interpret electrical power distribution, control, ladder logic, piping and instrumentation diagramsInstall, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot A/C and D/C motor control equipmentInstall, troubleshoot, and repair 3-phase 460V power distribution systems, 120VAC control systems, and low voltage DC control systemsInstall, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC and computer-based control systems. Use computer skills and computer-related equipment to diagnose problems with production equipmentMaintain and troubleshoot combustion equipment including gas trains, automatic control valves, and other gas-fired equipmentUnderstand, maintain, and repair process control loopsDetermine if production equipment needs to be repaired or services; coordinate machine downtime and repairs with production managementTake an active role in the requisitioning of parts/materials necessary for the continued operation of the plantPerform preventative maintenance routines as scheduled and as neededCommunicate maintenance issues with other shifts to ensure continuity of operation. Read and record comments in both Maintenance and Production logbooksEnsure housekeeping in the Maintenance Department is maintained to a safe level and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such area for breaks, meal times, and end of the shift. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work areaMust be able to report to work on time and work all hours required of the job, including mandatory overtime; may be required to occasionally cover shifts other than the one for which hiredPerform other work related duties and projects as directedEducation: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)Experience:Minimum of five (5) years electrical experience working in a heavy industrial environmentKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Proficientin various aspects of troubleshooting and machinerepair Knowledge of proper and safe use of shop equipment and toolsKnowledge of VFDs, A/C and D/C motor controls, and combustions systemsKnowledge of NEC code bookAbility to read and interpret ladder logic control schemesAbility to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair 480V, 3-phase power distribution systems, PLC’s, VFDs, A/C and D/C motor controls, and combustion systemsAbility to observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properlyAbility to perform basic math functions, including mental calculation of simple equations and/or fractionsAbility to apply basic reading and writing skillsComputer skills in MS Windows environment; proficient in PowerPoint and ExcelIt is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

Created: 2025-10-04