What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Service Electrician (Milwaukee, WI) position at Blast Cleaning Technologies?
About Company:
Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc. (BCT) is proud to be the leader in shot blast innovation! We are dedicated to our customers, resulting in continuous company growth year over year.
Why Work at BCT?
Highly Competitive Pay and Benefit Plans: We pay for skill and talent.
Medical Insurance: 90% of Insurance Premiums covered by BCT!!! Low deductible, no coninsurance, & great provider network.
Engaged Leadership: You will love and know our CEO. Work with an ethical, hardworking, & interactive leader who listens to employees at all levels.
Second Chance Employer: If you have the skills and work ethic, we will give you a chance.
Comprehensive Benefits and 401K: We offer a full range of benefits & 401K match.
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays: Take advantage of our generous PTO plan and many paid U.S. holidays.
Onsite HR and IT Department: We provide dedicated onsite HR and IT support to ensure our employees' needs are met. We won't send you to a 1-800 number for help.
Historic Location: Work in our over $2 million investment in upgrades and refurbishment at our historic West Allis location.
Casual Work Environment: Enjoy a casual dress code and friendly workplace.
Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program.
Amenities: Enjoy free coffee, popcorn, and summer cookouts.
Veteran Support: BCT supports and honors veterans.
Made in America: All our components are made in the USA.
Our PACT
Our core values are rooted in the visionary spirit of our CEO, Carl Panzenhagen, who began his career as a teenager working in a foundry. As an adult his extensive industry experience and dedication led him to create a company free from bureaucracy and grounded in ethical business practices. Guided by Carl’s leadership, a small team of five evolved into a self-sustaining manufacturing powerhouse. Today, BCT proudly stands 300 employees strong and celebrates the completion of our cutting-edge foundry, a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation.
General Description
Under the direction of the Service Manager, the Field Service Electrician will provide electrical and technical service to customers including inspections, maintenance, service, repairs, rebuilds, electrical troubleshooting, and upgrades to all types of Blast equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Layout and install wiring circuits in conformance with established codes.
- Ensure safe working practices, especially with electrical work.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics to wire machines and panels.
- Complete conduit bending, EMT, IMC, and RMC.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues in house and in the field on all new and used equipment.
- Installation and start-up of new equipment.
- Provide inspections and follow-up reports, including the completion of all documentation in a timely manner.
- Responsible for expense reporting weekly.
- Support the Sales staff and act as a resource for new product offerings.
- Provide training to customers on equipment.
- Ability to travel 80% of the week, mostly driving, including overnight.
- Ability to work extremely flexible hours and weekends as required to support the customer.
- Helps drive and support BCT’s Culture and Core Values.
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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving skills and troubleshooting skills.
- Thorough understanding of electrical standards and codes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in conduit bending.
- Ability to use hand and power tools properly.
- Basic computer skills.
- Sense of urgency and ability to achieve results.
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Journeyman or Master Electrician’s license, or five to seven years of related experience in high voltage electrical work.
- Experience with PLC’s, control systems, and root cause analysis preferred, but not required.
This position requires regular driving. All prospective employees must have a valid, unexpired driver's license. will be required to undergo a physical evaluation. An "Unacceptable" driver is any driver whose Motor Vehicle Report includes any of the following violations (during the most recent 3 year period unless otherwise stated):
- Felony involving the use of a motor vehicle
- Speeding 20 or more over the posted speed limit
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DWI/DUI) in the last five years
- Driving with an open container
- Driving with a suspended or fraudulent license
- Reckless driving
- Passing a stopped school bus
- Leaving the scene of an accident (hit and run)
- Vehicular homicide/manslaughter
- Aggravated assault with a motor vehicle
- Eluding a police officer
- Drag racing
- Operating a motor vehicle without the owner’s permission (grand theft auto)
- Permitting an unlicensed or intoxicated driver to drive
- 3 or more moving violations in the last 3 years. This includes:
- Speeding less than 20 mph above the speed limit
- Operating while registration is suspended
- Failure to yield right-of-way
- Careless or inattentive driving (including texting or cell phone use)
- Running a red light or stop sign
- Improper or excessive lane changes
- 2 or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the last year.
