Job ID: 497650

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

Position: Electrician

Reports to: Electrical Maintenance Manager

Shift: Day Shift

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match and profit-sharing
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary:

The Electrician I, under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, troubleshoots and repairs malfunctioning electrical and power distribution equipment. This position troubleshoots and repairs motor/control systems, plant instrumentation, and interactive plant control systems. Performs some mechanical repairs. The position performs diagnostics using programmable computers and complies with all applicable safety policies and regulations. All employees at the Leamington plant are responsible for working safely. Employees are fully expected to engage in our See Stop Do culture, following all safety procedures, proactively stopping the job, and reporting unsafe conditions, hazards, or concerns. 

What you’ll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.

• Provides production support through specialized electrical and mechanical repair and preventative maintenance to equipment and machinery. 

• Troubleshoots and repairs plant instrumentation systems and interactive plant controls. 

• Repairs electrical power distribution equipment and programmable logic control systems. 

• Designs electrical systems for construction projects; orders needed parts; installs electrical equipment and controls; and tests systems for proper operation. 

• Operates frequency generators, oscilloscopes, analytical meters, and electronic diagnostic equipment.

• Tests, calibrates, and adjusts electrical equipment and measuring systems.

• Performs welding, pipe fitting, fabrication, plumbing, motor alignment, and related repair. 

• Prepares required paperwork regarding repairs, preventative maintenance work, and equipment installations as specified. 

• Performs proper checkout and handling of storeroom materials.

•  Provides vacation relief coverage for Electrical Supervisor.

• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.

• Minimum High School or GED in General Education

• Preferred 2 Year / Associate Degree or Journeyman Electrician.

• Preferred Other Journeyman Electrician License

• Preferred 2 of experience in performing industrial related electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance responsibilities

• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills

• Knowledge of contractors and starters, motors and motor controls (hookup and sizing), AC/DC motor controls, high voltage splicing, transformers (hookup and sizing), motor bearings and shaft alignment, pneumatics, hydraulics, power distribution and controls, terminating techniques, etc

• Proficiency with instrumentation and control systems

• Skill in reading and using electrical schematics and drawings 

• Must be skilled in welding, motor alignment, and fabrication 

• Ability to install various types of equipment and machinery in the plant

• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and diagrams for maintenance and repair jobs

• Knowledge of and ability to perform arithmetic which may include algebra

• Ability to read, interpret and follow instructional and maintenance manuals

• Skills needed include analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

What to expect in a cement environment: 

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive 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!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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