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6-10 years of experience
Supported production throughout the facility by providing efficient troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning production equipment.
- Maintained and repaired facility lighting and electrical systems.
- Implemented electrical control and programming improvements to existing high speed production lines.
- Built electrical panels, and was involved in layout, installation, programming and debug of process improvements.
- Retrofitted aging equipment with newer control electronics i.e. Allen Bradley PLC, VFD, and controls.
0-5 years of experience
Performed basic underground conduit/wire installation, completed safety audits, and used power equipment.
- Worked effectively in all weather conditions.
- Operated Digital Multi-Meters, Porte Bands, and Grinders with 100% safety.
- Promoted for leadership in training 3 people to help the company run effectively.
- Achieved high quality rating in testing of the energizing of new equipment.
- Proficient with the knowledge of bending
- Ran 100ft. to 150ft. conduit daily to blueprint specific.
- Recognized for maintaining material and tool budget which saved $1500 monthly.
0-5 years of experience
Ensured compatibility and safety of all components using test equipment such as ohmmeters, amp meters, and voltmeters.
- Work involved reading blueprints and review of electrical layouts for new and existing plant construction
- Assisted in planning repairs and installations
- Evaluated through inspection electrical equipment to ensure efficient operation to National Electric Code
0-5 years of experience
Strategically troubleshot and maintained all automated equipment and blowmolders as well as hydraulic and pnuematic systems while overseeing all projects to ensure timely completion and under cost.
- Worked with SLC 500, Micrologix and Mitsubishi.
- Designed electrical prints using AutoCAD 2000.
- Automation Direct Cmore touchscreens and Allen Bradley panelviews.
- Designed and executed small relay logic automation for new production lines and installed new Variable frequency drives to enhance process control.
- Significantly reduced nuisance downtime by reprogramming blowmolders and touchscreens.
0-5 years of experience
Performed all job duties associated with the building of a new geothermal power plant.
- Responsible for the termination of power panels, both AC and DC voltage sources as well as the termination of junction boxes, PLC cabinets, air compressors, distribution panels, motors, MCC gears and field instruments.
- Diagnosed and repaired instruments in the field during startup.
- Managed a small crew in the completion of well sites.
0-5 years of experience
Job responsibilities include running conduit wiring transformers and terminating PLC cabinets.
- Tested, troubleshot and calibrated equipment in the shop and the field
- Obtained measurements and reading using volt and ohm meters, meggers IC testers and dial indicators.
- Recorded all repairs and non-repair and PMCS data in the information management system
- Completed daily inspections of all electrical equipment
- Documented all maintenance and repairs
- Operated and maintained electronic transmitting and receiving equipment, as well as digital and analog computers
0-5 years of experience
Performed extensive troubleshooting and repair of all electrical equipment and PLC base control machines for this textile company.
- Installed power distribution systems for new machines.
- Worked on belt conveyor system and packaging machines, AC/ DC drives and motors.
- Tested and maintained fire fighting system and emergency lighting.
- Ensured the reliable operation of heating, ventilation and hot water systems.
0-5 years of experience
Conduit: Experience bending, threading, and installing all types and sizes of conduit – Rigid, PVC, and Rob Roy
- Cable Tray: Experience installing cable tray, in varying sizes. Standards for bonding, grounding, and expansion were strictly followed.
- Wire Pulling: Utilized an interconnect list to successfully pull thousands of feet of wire in varying sizes.
- Blueprint Utilization: Followed blue prints to successfully run conduit, install fixtures, and build panel supports.
- Equipment Operation: Daily operation of equipment used in an industrial setting, including scissor lifts, boom-lifts, and off-road forklifts.
- Attention to safety: Our crew was awarded our company’s “Platinum” safety award for finishing our project with zero injuries.
6-10 years of experience
- Operated load/unload equipment at coal and ore piers such as overhead cranes, dumpers, ship loaders, belts, feeders and crushers.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical component malfunctions.
- Performed electrical and mechanical maintenance on pier equipment including both low voltage and high voltage repairs and PLC controls.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and circuit schematics.
- Supervised and trained new employees.
- Ensured compliance with all appropriate safety procedures.
0-5 years of experience
Verified that all equipment was certified and met regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with engineering staff on testing new and re-manufactured machines.
- Interpreted electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints and diagrams.
- Installed all electrical wiring during remodeling projects.
- Installed and repaired equipment based on mechanical drawings and electrical prints.
- Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
0-5 years of experience
Installed power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipments.
- Proficient with voltmeters, amp-meters, loader terminals, ohmmeters and scopes.
- Diagnosed electrical problems and performed maintenance on high and low voltage systems.
- Replaced faulty relay, switches, motors, transformers, light fixtures, and position sensing device.
- Maintained complex systems, embodying electronic and electro-mechanical principles.
- Performed routine maintenance on compressors, Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers, chill motor pumps, various AC/DC motors, and hydraulic/pneumatic position sensing devices.
- Installed wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in press machines and buildings.
- Monitored and maintained service records on all electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
0-5 years of experience
Duties included:
- Maintained and repaired new and old installed electrical systems
- Upheld the records of all electrical equipment
- Organized all electrical equipment in suitable area
- Prepared layout and setting up of electrical wiring, tools and furniture, based on work condition and local codes
- Constructed different electrical equipment by using hand tools and power tools
- Repaired and replaced wiring of old installed electrical equipment
- Recommended organization on whether continuous function of equipment could be risky
0-5 years of experience
Duties included:
- Maintained and repaired new and old installed electrical systems
- Upheld the records of all electrical equipment
- Organized all electrical equipment in suitable area
- Prepared layout and setting up of electrical wiring, tools and furniture, based on work condition and local codes
- Constructed different electrical equipment by using hand tools and power tools
- Repaired and replaced wiring of old installed electrical equipment
- Recommended organization on whether continuous function of equipment could be risky
10+ years of experience
Duties includes:
- Maintained and repaired newly and old installed electrical systems.
- Maintained the records of all electrical equipment.
- Organized all electrical equipment in suitable area.
- Prepared layout and setting up of electrical wiring, tools and furniture, based on work condition and local codes.
- Worked with robots, diagnosing and repairing equipment through PLC programming
0-5 years of experience
Participated in new construction of natural gas plant in St. Marys, West Virginia. I worked as a supervisor assisting the general foreman in executing the daily work objectives in all areas.
- Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or devices, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
- Perform business management duties, such as maintaining records or files, preparing reports, or ordering supplies or equipment.
- Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
- Direct or train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
- Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or devices on job specifications and local codes.
0-5 years of experience
Perform electrical inspections on AC and DC motors. Replace motors up to 200 HP.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.
- Perform preventative maintenance or calibration of equipment or systems.
- Troubleshooting low voltage (480vac and below) systems and equipment; familiar with medium voltage systems.
- Installed power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as conveyors and programmable controllers.
- Troubleshoot and maintain analog and discrete controls circuits Siemens S7 and S5 PLC’s
- Checked, calibrated, and repaired process instrumentation for Water Treatment Facility
- Worked with technology providers to improve PLC system performance and reliability; recommend PLC and electrical system upgrade
- Maintained and updated documentation for the above systems (diagrams, panel drawings and manuals)
0-5 years of experience
Inspected, troubleshot, and repaired industrial equipment and power systems.
- Completed preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, and repair of various industrial power systems from low voltage DC to 480 VAC 3 phase power.
- Troubleshot and repaired PLC’s (2, 5, 5000) Allen Bradley, Siemens.
- Worked with power systems on mills, saws, cranes, lighting and furnaces.
0-5 years of experience
Hired on as temporary help to rebuild the electrical system of large poultry processing plant that was heavily damaged in a fire that destroyed most of the boiler / refrigeration building. The plant was back up and running in 2 weeks & completely rewired on permanent power in 3 months
- Replaced 14 (350 – 600 hp) AC drives and all other related electronics
- Made up terminations on the new switchgear
- Installed a new motor control center and made repairs to 3 others
- Remade terminations on all 3 phase motors from 1 hp to 600 hp
- Installed & made all terminations on a new refrigeration control panel, and ammonia leak detection system.
6-10 years of experience
Installed, maintained, repaired and tested equipment for the generation and utilization of electric energy for diverse-industry clients.
- Licensed in articulating boom lifts.
- Experienced with control wiring termination, rigid and EMT conduit bending and routing.
- Cultivated excellent relationships with clients, resulting in a strong base of referrals.
6-10 years of experience
Team Installs, tests, and commissions submersible pumps for 26 pumping stations for ministry of public works underpass project.
- Installs 45 units of deep well submersible pumps (160 kw / 380v) with controls panels for all Rajhi Farm Project in Al Jouf.
- Troubleshoots, installs and repairs of electrical control system, A.C motors (low/medium voltage) couples and alignment of pumps respectively.
- Installation of remote signal to initiate an automatic Start/Stop of generating set operation.
- Troubleshoots automatic control systems with voltage regulator (AUR) protective circuits and necessary instruments to monitor outputs of generating sets.
- Performs, operates, check loads that generates sets with off-load or on-load conditions.
- Installs, transfers auto-switches (ATS) to sense failures in mains, generate signals to start, switches loads failures in mains to generate sets, switches to mains to establish normal operations.
- Achieves efficient operations of electrical equipment to standard operating procedures of installations and proper maintenance.
- Schedules inspections of the alternator conditions and cleanings.
- Conducts preventive and corrective maintenance, tests, and commissions related electrical equipment
- Conducts a good maintenance program and preventive maintenance procedures.
0-5 years of experience
Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools.
- Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures.
- Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
10+ years of experience
Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment
- Diagnose malfunctioning transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures
- Replace faulty relays, switches, and motors, and position sensing devices.
- Install wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
- Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment.
- Maintain complex systems embodying electronic and Electro-mechanical principles
- Perform PLC program evaluations, troubleshooting and changes
6-10 years of experience
Installs conduit, wiring, disconnect boxes, transformers, fuse box, circuit breakers, motors, receptacles, switches, ballasts, and various electrical components
- Operate, repair and maintain components associated with electrical and industrial plants
- Knowledgeable in the practices, methods, tools and materials of electrical and mechanical trades
- Maintains inspection and maintenance records, performs necessary repairs
- Performs various welding and fabrication activities
- Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on electric, hydraulic, pneumatic and HVAC systems.
0-5 years of experience
Rebuilt machines installing electrical boxes, power panels, running wire, conduit, flexible seal tight, lights, transformers, hydraulic pumps
- Worked in 30 man rebuild group
- Traveled coast to coast installing paper plate machines
- Followed precise instructions to rebuild machines
- Worked with heavy machinery, equipment and power tools
10+ years of experience
Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
- Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
- Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
- Align, fit, or assemble component parts, using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
- Inspect parts for surface defects.
- Verify part dimensions or clearances to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Build electrical controls, machine wiring, refurbish and install cold metal rolling machines.
0-5 years of experience
Perform preventative maintenance on brake presses, punch presses, welders, and other industrial equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair machine breakdowns and building issues
- Manage maintenance software and preventative maintenance scheduling
- Complete electrical, pneumatic and fabrication projects as requested by the lead technician and engineering
- Create preventative maintenance tasks for new and existing equipment
0-5 years of experience
Built an Ethanol plant in Fairmont, MN
- Installed RMC for instrument drops and also installed RMC up the side of 127′ vessels.
- Terminated instruments such as pressure transmitters, flow transmitters, and temp transmitters.
- Terminated conductors inside instrument panels
- Terminated 3 phase motors.
- lnstalled 480-volt transformers
0-5 years of experience
Assist with troubleshooting, programming and installing Allen Bradley and T.I. PLC’s, and HMI’s
- Install and maintain Allen Bradley, Woods, and ToshibaVariable Frequency Drives
- Perform preventative, and routine maintance on production lines and other electrical equipment
- Install and maintain various types of electrical devices
- Complete assigned work, and work orders in a timely manner
- Design and build control panels for production lines and presses.
- Create PLC programs with RS500, RS 5000 and Seimens step 7
0-5 years of experience
Maintaining, testing and troubleshooting problems with centrifugal compressors such as Cameron, Samsung, Atlas Copco.
- Diagnosing, troubleshooting and adjusting compressor’s and dryer’s equipment (valves, sensors, PLC-s, motors up to 1850 HP, variable speed drives) of voltages up to 10 kV AC.
- Rewiring and installing panel boards and secondary compressor equipment (analog and digital). Testing and adjusting this equipment to obtain proper operating characteristics
- Working with whole range of Cameron control systems (such as Maestro Universal, Maestro Legend etc)
0-5 years of experience
Perform installation, operation and repair maintenance tasks
- Diagnose problems, repair and perform maintenance tasks on high and low voltage power distribution systems.
- Replaced faulty relays, switches, motor, drives, contactors and positions sensing devices.
- Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment.
- Tested and adjusted equipment to obtain proper operation characteristics
0-5 years of experience
Delegated construction tasks to team
- Read & interpreted design drawings, installed cable tray and field routes for marine and clx cables
- Labeled, glanded, terminated and tested electric circuits
- Documented installations, maintenance and repairs to equipment
0-5 years of experience
- Install, connect and maintain electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
- Proficient with electronic test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, multi-meters and ammeters).
- Operational knowledge of PLC functions and programming.
- Entry-level knowledge and hands on experience with robotic equipment operated by PLC.
- Fine tune equipment for maintained or improved operations on a daily basis.
10+ years of experience
Participate in pre-bid negotiations, estimate materials, expenses, and the man hours for projects. Assign employees to projects and supervise.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits
- Installation and fabrication of all types of electrical conduits.
- Terminate and test cat 5 cables for communication.
- Installation of electrical conduits and proper fittings in the natural gas environment.
- Terminate and test fiber optics cable for communication.
- Installation and fabrication of stainless steel tubing.
- Experienced in the termination of high and medium voltage cables.
0-5 years of experience
Installed complete raceway systems: rigid, aluminum, P.V.C. conduit; aluminum, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and fiberglass cable tray
- Read and interpreted electrical drawings and schematics
- Pulled wire and cable both by hand and utilizing mechanical/electrical pulling equipment in conduit and cable tray
- Installed and terminated lights and instruments, instrument stands, tube tray.
- Installs, maintains, and/or troubleshoots basic electrical systems etc
0-5 years of experience
PLC troubleshooting (Omron, SLC 500, Direct Soft)
- Maintain and troubleshoot all production operations (conveyors, presses, ovens, etc.)
- Robotic Maintenance and troubleshooting (Fanuc, Motoman)
- Install and maintain variable frequency drives/electric motors
- Follow wiring schematics
- Work with fellow electricians to ensure minimal downtime and a safe working environment.
6-10 years of experience
Responsible to perform safely while troubleshooting all electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Accountable to maintain, install, repair, and replace all electrical equipment from 5 VDC to 4160 VAC.
- Performing preventative maintenance on equipment.
- In charge of repairing, replacing and the installation of motors, motor starters, motor control centers, DC motors and drives, AC motors and drives.
- Maintaining powerhouse electrical equipment with voltages of 2300 and 4160 volts.
- Drawing electrical sketches and electrical prints and update ladder logic prints.
- Troubleshooting, installing, and repairing PLC’s (Allen-Bradley and Mitsubishi).
- Experience leading electrical construction projects and outside electrical contractors.
- Served as unofficial electrical project coordinator.
- Servicing and maintaining all electrical equipment related to the production of Automobile door and window seals, bushings for shock and strut mounts, and motor mounts for the Rubber Industry.
6-10 years of experience
Trace out short circuits in wiring using test meters
- Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit using measuring instruments
- Disassemble defective electrical equipment, replace defective or worn parts and reassemble equipment using hand tools
- Examine electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation and tighten connections using hand tools
- Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances and fixtures using hand tools and power tools
- Read and understand schematics and prints
0-5 years of experience
Assist in wire pulls as well as, run, measure, cut, and bend conduit with pipe bender.
- Terminate and install receptacles and switches.
- Install electrical fixtures and/or components.
- Strip insulation from wire ends (with proper tool) and attach wires to terminals
- Follow instructions given by journeyman, foreman and/or superintendent.
- Knowledgeable of proper use of hand and power tools.
- Comply and adhere to OSHA safety regulations.
0-5 years of experience
Conduct regular visual and auditory inspection, repair and maintain, and conduct Preventative Maintenance on extrusion equipment and presses, hydraulic valves and lines, pneumatic valves and lines, limit switches (maintained & momentary), electrical wiring and conduit runs, etc.
- Troubleshoot electrical circuits (120VAC, 480VAC, and 600VAC), PLC programs (RSLogix 5, 500, 5000 & Fuji), Control Stations (Push Buttons, Potentiometers, Digital display modules, etc.), and HMI Stations.
- Install new electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic devices and control equipment as required/if needed.
- Custom MIG and Arc Welding and Fabrication, and Oxy/Acetylene cutting.
6-10 years of experience
Installed cable tray, conduit and electrical boxes.
- Interpreted drawings, blueprints and electrical code specifications.
- Support operations with trouble in electrical systems or equipment.
- Experienced with motor control centers and power distribution panels.
- Experienced with 480v transformers and 3 phase systems.
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for 10-12 man crews
- Tear out, install, and maintain conveyor systems for distribution & manufacturing
- Purchase Orders of work completed available upon request
6-10 years of experience
Proficient in Modicon PLC’s, AC motor repairs, DC motor brush replacement and commutator cleaning.
- Preventive maintenance of emergency generators, battery back-up systems, and systems relating to process machinery.
- Responsible for upgrades and installation of new systems.
- Installed and wired three phase motors, motor overload protection and controls.
0-5 years of experience
Layout and installation of low and high voltage switchgear.
- Moving and reinstalling of industrial equipment.
- Installation of Allen Bradley P.L.C.
- Planning and routing of various electrical raceways.
- Installation of different types of industrial wiring based on job specifications and local codes.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
0-5 years of experience
Perform maintenance and repairs on various types of plastic manufacturing machines
- Perform maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment operating machines and air compressors
- Repairs and maintenance included both electrical and mechanical
- Mechanical repairs included replacing various types of belts, various types of rollers, and hoses
10+ years of experience
Responsibilities included
- Build and install electrical and pneumatic control panels
- Installation, design, and product sales of dust collection systems and custom machinery.
- Inventory control and supervision of Service Department
- Installed photocells, proximity switches, solenoid valves, limit switches, AC & DC motors
- Building maintenance, which included maintenance of CNC equipment, metal fabrication
0-5 years of experience
Maintained Weight Tech scale systems, Chicken Processing equipment, Strapack Strapping machines, Hydraulic lifts, Hydraulic motors, various pumps and valves.
- Worked on and maintained 14 head Ishida scale system.
- Worked with various voltages, 480, 277, 240, 208, and 110. Also DC voltages.
- Troubleshoot Motors, 3 phase, Single phase.
- Troubleshoot Motor Starters, Contactors, Variable frequency Controllers (VFD’s), PLC’s.
- Troubleshoot Motor Control Centers (MCC Rooms). Tested and replaced Transformers, Motor Starters, Heaters, Fuses, Breakers, Contactor.
- Troubleshoot Temperature Controls and Thermocouples.
- Troubleshoot complex motor and wiring circuits.
- Ran or pulled wire to new or existing equipment.
- Installed and repaired all kinds of different lighting components.
- Used the SAP computer system to enter parts orders, Daily work orders, and machine down time.
0-5 years of experience
Constructing and overseeing new construction facilities and well as upgrading older facilities.
- Daily up keep and maintenance of electrical equipment and computer processors such as cleaning mcc buckets, replacing size 0-3 motor starters, breakers, relays and other components.
- Troubleshooting of logic controllers, switch gear, switch racks, motor controllers and basic electrical components and circuitry.
- Redlining and rewriting of basic to advanced electrical schematics and processor logic. Daily installation and calibration of process instrumentation such as pressure, differential, level, and remote wireless transmitters. Setting and troubleshooting of DCV valves and instrument air regulators. Installation of tubing, hand valves and other miscellaneous mechanical applications. Checking and re-ranging of 4-20ma signals. Run and bend 1/2″ to 1/4″ ss. Tubing.
- Participation in electrical and mechanical meetings to mitigate and brainstorm present and future issues. Coordinate shutdown and cut over times for new facility upgrades to keep everyone on the same page.
- Basic upkeep of substations including but not limited to grounds keeping, record and corrections of transformer oil temperature, gas blanket pressure, load checks, voltage checks, fluke, bleeding and repressurizing of systems, assisting in high pot testing and facility grounding and bonding.
- Maintenance and new installation of high voltage, medium voltage, and low voltage ( motors, transfer pumps, water injectors, gas compressors, power filters, transformers, VFD drives, and belt driven conveyors).
- Installing and bending conduit above and underground. Pulling circuits, terminating electrical devices, wiring of plc’s. Upgrading old plc systems with new versions. Installation of electrical distribution panels, performing electrical calculations and calibration of process control equipment.
Industrial Electrician Duties and Responsibilities
To keep production and manufacturing equipment running smoothly, Industrial Electricians are responsible for handling several daily tasks. We analyzed several job listings for Industrial Electricians and found that the following duties and responsibilities are commonly listed for this occupation.
Install New Electrical Systems Industrial Electricians bear the responsibility of installing new or refurbished equipment for manufacturing or production plants. They will run tests to ensure that new machinery is ready to be implemented and work out any issues before the equipment is used on a daily basis.
Troubleshoot Problems with Electrical Equipment When equipment on a factory floor runs into problems, it is up to Industrial Electricians to determine the cause of these issues. They must be knowledgeable in troubleshooting problems with various types of equipment, such as hydraulic or robotic systems, and understand why equipment is not working properly.
Repair and Maintain Existing Equipment Once a problem has been identified, Industrial Electricians must then use tools and replacement parts to make repairs to production and manufacturing machines. Industrial Electricians also conduct regularly-scheduled maintenance on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis to keep machines running at they are intended and to avoid any down-time due to break-downs or improper operations.
Maintain Repair and Maintenance Logs and Records It is important for Industrial Electricians to create and manage reports pertaining to the repair and maintenance of industrial machines. This is crucial information for managers to know in the event that machines need to be upgraded or replaced, there is a record of ongoing issues or proof that machines have been properly maintained.
Industrial Electrician Skills
Among the most important skills Industrial Electricians should possess include problem-solving, troubleshooting, analytical and critical thinking capabilities. They should be strong communicators and team members who can also work independently as needed. Attention to detail, time management skills and organizational skills should also be displayed in this occupation, as well as above-average eye-hand coordination and the ability to stand, kneel or crouch for long periods of time throughout the day. In addition to these main skills and abilities, an Industrial Electrician should also be capable of the following:
- Installing various types of industrial equipment.
- Repairing and maintaining hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
- Calibrating and maintaining circuitry.
- Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams.
Industrial Electrician Tools of the Trade: Industrial Electricians rely on a wide variety of testing, repair and installation tools and pertinent knowledge to fulfill all job responsibilities. If you wish to become an Industrial Electrician, it is important that you are capable of using and doing the following: Hand tools – wire cutters, soldering tools and crimping tools are among the most common items that Industrial Electricians use on a daily basis. Testing equipment – knowledge of calibrators, counters, probes, scopes and meters is of utmost importance for those working as Industrial Electricians. Electrical codes – Industrial Electricians should be familiar with state and national building electrical codes to ensure that systems are properly installed and maintained.
Industrial Electrician Education and Training
While no formal degree is typically required to become an Industrial Electrician, some employers might prefer a candidate to possess a technical diploma or associate’s degree in electrical or mechanical technology. Most employers require that candidates hold a state Journeyman Electrician license. Voluntary certifications are also available from professional organizations and associations. Training as an Industrial Electrician can be obtained through on-the-job training or apprenticeship programs.
Industrial Electrician Salary
According to the BLS, Industrial Electricians earn a median annual salary of $55,610; those in the lower percentile realize an annual salary of $34,820 and the highest-paid Industrial Electricians can make a median yearly wage of $85,440. Georgia ($73,910) and Maryland ($72,090) are home to the highest-paid Industrial Electricians, followed by North Carolina ($67,650) and Connecticut ($67,180). Industrial Electricians living in states on the East and West coast as well as Texas tend to earn higher wages than those employed in the Midwest.
Industrial Electrician Resources
Below we have gathered additional information to help you gain even more insight into this occupation. We have listed links to books, professional organizations and publications to help you better understand what being an Industrial Electrician entails.
National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) – From specialized training programs to conventions and webinars, NECA provides various learning resources for electrical contractors as well as Industrial Electricians.
Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) – Industrial Electricians can find useful resources such as training, newsletters and magazines, conferences and other activities pertinent to their job responsibilities and expectations.
Electrical Construction & Maintenance (EC & M) Magazine – An online publication presenting articles addressing industry trends, troubleshooting tips, equipment overviews and much more.
Industrial Electricity and Motor Controls 2nd Edition by Rex Miller and Mark R. Miller – Written by professors in industrial technology, this comprehensive book explores every facet of being an Industrial Electrician, from codes and tools to types of systems and even careers in the field.
Industrial Electrical Troubleshooting by Lynn Lundquist – From ammeters to voltage meters, this book explores the types and uses of various troubleshooting tools used by Industrial Electricians. A must-read for those seeking to gain expertise in the use of electrical measuring tools to help them troubleshoot circuits, relays and other electrical system components.
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