Electrician (New Bedford)

Title: Electrician 1st Class

Job Type: Full-time

Locations & Shift:

215 Duchaine Boulevard, New Bedford, MA 02745 - 3rd Shift: (11pm 7am)

License Required: Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Electrician License

About the Role - We are seeking a skilled and licensed Electrician 1st Class to join our Maintenance team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing equipment and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment, including switchgear, distribution panels, and lighting systems.

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment.

Diagnose and repair issues with PLCs, AC/DC motors, drives, and other industrial control systems.

Interpret and work from schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.

Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to record repairs and schedule maintenance.

Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Required: Valid Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Electrician License.

Minimum of 3 years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Strong understanding of electrical theory, industrial power distribution, and motor control systems.

Ability to work from technical drawings and electrical schematics.

Must possess and maintain required hand tools for the trade.

Preferred Qualifications

Vocational high school diploma or completion of technical training in electronics or electrical systems.

Experience working with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.

Familiarity with HVAC, PLCs, and hazardous area classifications.

Certifications such as MA 2nd Class Fireman License, CDL (Class A/B), or Universal Refrigeration License are a plus.

Forklift or man-lift certification.