Electrician - multiple levels

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　　Date: Feb 6, 2024

　　Location: Chicago, IL, US

　　Company: Dart Container

　　Are you ready for a new chapter in your career?

　　…then Dart Container needs you! Answer the call to become a Dart Electrician and help maintain a large environment to meet Dart’s business needs now, and in the future.

　　At Dart, you’ll work in an energetic, innovative, creative environment where problem-solving is celebrated and dependability is essential. It’s a fast-paced, detail-oriented setting that includes a mix of collaboration and independent work.

　　As one of our Electrician's you will be maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment, electrical systems and facility electrical systems for the entire Chicago facility! It’s a position where responsibility includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, electrical schematics, supporting our manufacturing environment and exposure to evolving technology!!

　　If logic, reasoning, and strategic thinking are some of your best assets, we’d like to meet you!

　　Day to Day Role

　　Utilize electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and temperature and pressure gauges

　　Perform analog and digital circuit design by utilizing microprocessor hardware and software configurations

　　Use Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) including basic and ladder logic to read/write basic wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints in order to diagnosis problems

　　Draw electrical schematics

　　Understand precedence relationships (e.g. sequence of events)

　　Maintain and utilize maintenance systems for work orders, breakdown reporting and track machine modifications.

　　Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment

　　Diagnose and repair complex machine and electrical and electronic problems including non-routine electrical issues such as power quality

　　Assemble component electrical parts per specifications and bench testing before installation

　　Read and thoroughly understand electrical schematics and apply that understanding to real time systems

　　Update schematic drawings to incorporate changes in equipment as needed

　　Plan layout of wiring and install conduit, wiring and ancillary electrical equipment

　　Install power supply wiring and conduit and troubleshoot issues as they arise

　　Completes root cause analysis and recommends solutions

　　Participate in small process improvement teams

　　Train other electricians

　　Use SAP for Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Work Order Process

　　Core Skills and Qualifications

　　The ideal Electrician I candidate must possess all of the following:

　　High School diploma or equivalent

　　Three (3) years of experience in diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment or machinery, or comparable experience with trade school or training

　　Ability to read/write wiring diagrams, schematics and blueprints and analytical diagnosis of problems

　　Basic functional knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers

　　Basic functional knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC)

　　Knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and temperature and pressure gauges

　　Knowledge of industrial controls and instrumentation

　　Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

　　Understanding of microprocessor hardware and software configurations and ability to perform basic analog and digital circuit design

　　Know how to use Multi-meter, scope, basic hand tools, and portable power tools

　　Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

　　Ability to work 12-hour overnights on a COP schedule

　　In addition to the level I requirements listed above; an Electrician II candidate must possess:

　　Five (5) years of experience in diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment or machinery, or comparable experience with trade school or training

　　Ability to program Programmable Logic Controllers using basic and ladder logic

　　Thorough understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC)

　　Advanced knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and temperature and pressure gauges

　　Advanced knowledge of industrial controls and instrumentation

　　Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

　　Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck (PIT) license

　　In addition to the level I & II requirements listed above; an Electrician III candidate must possess:

　　Seven (7) years of experience in diagnosing and repairing electrical equipment or machinery, or comparable experience with trade school or training

　　Understanding of electrical laws and principals (KVL, Ohm’s Law, Power Law, etc.)

　　Expert knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and temperature and pressure gauges

　　Ability to troubleshoot complex problems

　　Ability to make changes to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) using advanced ladder logic, read/write wiring diagrams, schematics and blueprints, and analytical diagnosis of problems

　　Ability to originate instruction documents that can be used by other technicians to perform preventive maintenance or verify electrical system operation.

　　Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

　　Prior experience using software for Preventive Maintenance (PM) and work orders, SAP

　　Associates Degree in Electronics Technology

　　Apprenticeship training or equivalent electrical trade school

　　Prior PIT experience

　　SAP experience

　　Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

　　Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

　　Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

　　*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

　　Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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　　If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at [email protected]. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

　　If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at [email protected] for assistance.