Engineering Technician (Electrical)

Job Decription:

POSITION: Engineering Technician (Electrical)

Reports to: Chief of Maintenance & Engineering

Location: Jamaica

Employment Term: Full-Time/On-Site

Job Summary

The Engineering Technician (Electrical) is responsible for installing and repair electrical systems, apparatus, electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications using hand tools, power tools and electrical and electronic test equipment. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment following electrical code and blueprints using hand tools and voltage tester

• Perform predictive maintenance checks to reduce incidence of equipment

• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as compressors, motors and lighting fixtures using test equipment and replace damaged or broken wires and cables

• Test malfunctioning machinery, using test equipment and discuss malfunctions with Manager and other members of the Maintenance team

• Replace faulty electrical components of machines, such as relays, switches, motors and sensing devices using hand tools

• Inspect periodically electrical equipment to ensure it is operating correctly

• Comply with all safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work area, adhere strictly to OSHA, Lock-Out, Tag-Out Process

• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

• Record all maintenance related information in logs provided

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and plants facility equipment

• Render assistance and manage contractors' roles for electrical duties

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BSc. in Electrical Engineering or related field

• Solid technical skills with a minimum of three (3) years experience in related areas

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Basic understanding of general maintenance and other related areas

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES/SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, tools, and equipment

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

• Knowledge of electrical safety codes and regulations

• Ability to pay attention to details

• Good organizational and coordinating skills

• Excellent troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve complex issues

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Team player with initiative and a positive attitude

• Must be results-oriented

• High level of professionalism and integrity

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Good interpersonal, organizing, planning and coordination skills

• Ability to work shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays