Oldcastle Architectural Products Group is the leading North American producer of concrete masonry products. Created in 1991 from existing operations, APG generated over $1.1 billion in revenues in 2002. With a compounded annual revenue growth of 32% over the last 5 years, APG is a key division of Oldcastle and CRH

SUMMARY

This role is responsible for ensuring proper electrical functioning of plant equipment and machinery and to troubleshoot any electrical/electronic malfunctioning and complete appropriate repairs and maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and repair all existing electrical/electronic equipment in the production areas.

Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment.

Operate mechanical tasks as directed by supervisor.

Prepare maintenance reports for management as directed.

Maintain strict documentation of all plant electrical circuitry.

Provide general lead electrician support.

Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and assembly schematic drawings.

Diagnose and test malfunctioning machinery and discuss malfunction with other facility personnel.

Replace or repair faulty electrical/electronic components of machinery.

Calibrate and adjust all electrical/electronic equipment according to manufacturer�s specifications.

Do major programming and maintenance for programmable logic controller based equipment.

Maintain proper stock of tools and electrical parts to perform routine work.

All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Five years verifiable experience with Siemens and Rockwell PLC systems

Five years verifiable experience with AC and DC motors and controls including frequency drives.

Five years verifiable experience with three phase and single phase circuitry.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

REQUIREMENTS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Associate�s degree or completion of Technical School and Apprenticeship program or equivalent in training, experience and education.

Minimum of 5 years industrial experience in electrical support functions.

Must have been employed as an electrician or electrician apprentice within the past 18 months.

Must be knowledgeable of OSHA safety requirements, especially those related to electrical/electronic operations and components.

Able to read and understand electrical schematics and blueprints.

Working knowledge of three phase motors, programmable controls, circuits, computer interfaces and National Electrical Code.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Ability to lift, push or pull 60 pounds or more.

Requires often climbing, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, and twisting.

Able to use tools and equipment to repair and provide maintenance while standing, crouching, stretching, extending extremities and under extreme work environments.