Electrical Tech - Chase Brass & Copper : Job Details

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, and respect.

Wieland is hiring an Electrical Tech. The responsibility of the Electrical Tech is to make decisions on how electrical repairs are to proceed, perform quality repairs the first time, handle specialized electrical tasks, and assist Maintenance Techs when assigned. This role will reside at our East Alton, IL facility.

Starting Pay: $46.60/hr. to $46.60/hr.

Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly

Work Schedule: Swing Shift (1st, 2nd & 3rd on rotating weeks)

At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

Electrical Tech Responsibilities

• Work together with and/or leads the operating crew to minimize downtime and to maximize productivity
• Responsible for making the basic decisions on how an electrical repair is to proceed and perform quality repairs the first time
• Responsible for leading the completion of more complicated and specialized electrical tasks
• Responsible for assisting Maintenance Techs when assigned
• Work with the production team for constant improvement
• Perform administrative duties as assigned including completion of work order documentation and data entry into the computerized maintenance system

Electrical Tech Requirements:

• 4-5 years of heavy industrial/maintenance experience OR
• Four year apprenticeship certification OR
• 2 years of heavy industrial/maintenance experience and a 2 year Technical degree in Electrical (or a similar field)
• Electrical troubleshooting skills a must. Hydraulic and combustion systems troubleshooting skill considered a plus
• Experience with large AC/DC motors, analog and digital controls, AC inverter drives, solid-state DC drives instrumentation devices and programmable control experience required
• Experience with Siemens, Modicon, Reliance, and Control Logix PLCs considered a plus.
• Experience with Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, and Baldor drives also considered a plus
• Understanding of infrared, acoustics and other predictive maintenance practices considered a plus

Joining Wieland's team gives you

• Benefits - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.