Electrician in Kenton, Ohio at DUREZ CORP

Job Summary

We are looking for an Electrician to join our Maintenance team!

This position will install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems and controls in a chemical manufacturing plant, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment.

Essential Functions

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical plant equipment.

• Work on electrical switchgear, transformers, controls, power supplies, drives, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and related equipment.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in production lines, pumps, compressors, and process equipment, minimizing downtime. Communicate concerns to supervisors and maintenance team members.

• Complete required maintenance records and documentation.

• Operate shop equipment and forklift equipment as needed for the job.

• Participate in and promote plant safety programs, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and hazard communication.

Experience Guidelines

• Experience with industrial electrical and mechanical maintenance.

• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and process diagrams.

• Basic math skills and the ability to complete work records accurately.

• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, chemicals, noise, and other plant conditions.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, associate degree in electrical technology or related field preferred

• Journeyman Electrician or Ohio Electrician License required

Work Schedule

Typically, 40 hours/week, with possible overtime during maintenance windows, process startups, on call for emergencies (may include night, weekend, or holiday shifts depending on plant operations)

Physical Requirements

This role requires standing, walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and using hands throughout the workday. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally, with assistance as needed.

Safety Requirements

Required personal protective equipment may include a hard hat, safety glasses with side shields, company-provided clothing, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and other PPE based on the task. Some tasks may require respirator fit testing and additional chemical protective equipment.

Notice

This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the job, not a comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. The responsibilities, tasks and duties of the individual performing the job may differ from those outlined, and other functions, as assigned, might be part of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement:

Sumitomo Bakelite North America Holding Inc., and all its affiliate companies, is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, height, weight, familial status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.