Plant Electrician

Rogers Group is currently seeking an individual to fill an ELECTRICIAN position for our Carolina Asphalt Plants. This individual will be responsible for analyzing and correcting electrical problems and will repair and overhaul electrical equipment and controls. The successful candidate for this role will have an uncompromising focus on safety excellence.

Starting wages $23/hr. Higher starting pay for experienced or certified electricians - depending on experience level. Experience working at an asphalt plant is a plus. This position will include a company service vehicle for business and commute purposes, no personal use. Overtime is available and extensive medical and retirement benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Plans details of working procedure by determining replacement needs or new material required and develops a logical approach to correct the problem.
* Analyzes circuits, wiring diagrams and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service or replace electronic devices and systems.
* Receives wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions from supervisor covering emergency and scheduled repairs, installation, and electrical inspection work to be performed.
* Performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials and principles of operation of electrical equipment. Starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with 0SHA requirements.
* Services electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
* Installs, repairs, and maintains communication cables, power distribution cables, then splicing pieces as required.
* Familiarity and experience working with PLCs (Programable Logic Controllers)
* Experience working with High Voltage (480 volts) required.
* Fabricates parts if not commercially available, using machine and hand tools common to the trade.
* Determines need for, analyzes, and makes necessary running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls.
* Advises and cautions operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved.
* Notifies supervisor of potentially dangerous electrical equipment noted and corrective action taken.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

* Group insurance options plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
* Company paid life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
* Retirement 401K account with company contribution and match.
* Paid Holiday Shutdown period between Christmas and New Years in addition to 7 holidays throughout the year.
* Paid vacation - 2 weeks at 1 year; 3 weeks at 5 years; 4 weeks at 20 years of service.
* Annual performance-based merit increases.

RGI EEO Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates without regard to age, race, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected status. All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com .