Electrician – Copper Rod Mill at IMC-Metalsamerica LLC

, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting, PLC Systems, Drives, Instrumentation, Electrical Distribution, High-Voltage, Low-Voltage, Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Calibration, SCADA/HMI, VFDs, Schematics Interpretation, Lockout/Tagout, Root Cause Analysis, Troubleshooting

Industry

mining

Description

Description Responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and automation systems within a copper rod mill. This role ensures optimal operation of production equipment by supporting PLC systems, drives, instrumentation, and electrical distribution systems while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards. This is a Monday - Friday day shift position. Requirements Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting • Diagnose and repair electrical issues in production equipment, including motors, starters, relays, and power distribution systems • Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems • Troubleshoot high-voltage and low-voltage systems safely and efficiently • Maintain and troubleshoot PLC systems • Maintain and troubleshoot PLC systems Instrumentation: Install, calibrate, and maintain field instrumentation such as: Temperature sensors Pressure transmitters Flow meters Level sensors Equipment Support (Rod Mill Operations) • Support continuous casting machines, rolling mills, coilers, and cooling systems • Work closely with operations to minimize downtime and improve throughput • Assist during planned outages, shutdowns, and start-ups Safety & Compliance • Follow all plant safety policies, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures • Maintain compliance with electrical codes and standards • Participate in safety audits and hazard assessments Continuous Improvement • Identify opportunities to improve system reliability and efficiency • Recommend upgrades or modifications to control systems • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation ________________________________________ Qualifications Education & Experience • Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, or related field (or equivalent experience) • 3+ years of industrial electrical/controls experience (metals or manufacturing preferred) Technical Skills • Strong knowledge of PLC troubleshooting • Experience with industrial automation systems and networks • Proficiency with VFDs, motors, and industrial electrical systems • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics • Familiarity with SCADA/HMI systems Additional Skills • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities • Ability to work independently and in a team environment • Good communication skills with operations and maintenance teams • Willingness to work overtime, and on-call as needed ________________________________________ Work Environment • Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, dust, and noise • Requires standing, walking, climbing, and working in confined or elevated areas • Must be able to lift moderate weights and use appropriate PPE

Responsibilities

The Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and automation systems, including PLC systems, drives, and instrumentation, to ensure optimal operation of copper rod mill production equipment. This involves supporting continuous casting machines, rolling mills, and coilers while strictly adhering to safety and production standards.