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Journeyman Electrician

HarbisonWalker International
White, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/8/2025
Job Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our plant operations team as a Journeyman Electrician. The Journeyman Electrician plays an integral part in the safe and successful production of refractory brick products at HWI. This role is responsible for the installation, repair, and preventative maintenance of electrical fixtures and control equipment within the plant to ensure that equipment and wiring are to code and optimal levels of quality and safety are met. In addition, the Journeyman Electrician maintains clean & safe work environment as well as maintains professional working relationships with co-workers.

Responsibilities

  • Analyzing and troubleshooting electrical malfunctions in equipment and related components, diagnosing, and correcting the problems quickly to avoid production delays; Performing electrical preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
  • Troubleshooting and modifying ladder logic programs on Modicon and Allen Bradly PLCs. Troubleshooting of various VFDs / Motor Controls / Hardwire relay logic electrical processes.
  • Reading electrical blueprints and setting up/operating multimeters and other electrical test equipment.
  • Performing general electrical work, i.e., conduit, wire sizing and pulling wire for electrical projects.
  • Update electrical schematics and single line drawings as needed when changes are made.
  • Ensure all equipment / prints are kept up to standard with ARC flash standards and labeling.
  • Replacing PLC / upgrading PLC’s.
  • Working on encoders and motors and variable frequency drives.
  • Complying with established facility safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), machine guarding and other regulations as applicable. Writing and updating Safe Operating Procedures: Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations and identifying, reporting and correcting at risk situations and behavior.

Requirements

  • Requires high school diploma or G.E.D equivalent
  • Michigan Journeyman Electrical License
  • Strong computer skills; ability to enter data into a computer and navigate software
  • Knowledge of Arc Flash
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits, including 480 V
  • Knowledge of pneumatics and repair skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot and program PLC ladder logic
  • Demonstrable knowledge and skills for electrical installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment
  • Strong math, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
  • Understanding of basic safety/OSHA standards
  • Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with coworkers, contractors and vendors
  • The Journeyman Electrician requires five plus (5 ) years of experience in general electrical repair and/or construction.

Physical And Environmental Requirements

  • Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time reaching climbing/balancing; 2/3 of time standing, kneeling, crawling speaking/hearing; and less than 1/3 of time sitting,
  • Lifting: Requires lifting to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
  • Vision: Requires accurate close and distance vision, color vision, and the ability to focus.
  • Environment: Requires 2/3 or more of time working near moving mechanical parts and less than 1/3 working in high, precarious places, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, and/or in extreme heat.
  • Noise: Requires exposure to very loud noise.

About Us

HWI, a member of Calderys

HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States.

With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.

We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.

For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/

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