Electrical Planner

About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship and generating value for all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesota’s mining history: Mesabi Metallics’ cutting-edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Once completed, it will mark the first new mine and pellet plant in Minnesota in nearly 50 years.

More importantly, you'll be immersed in a positive, supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth. Our culture is shaped by our core values which are sustainability, integrity, inclusivity, innovation, teamwork, determination and performance, and our employees are empowered to make a difference every day.

At Mesabi Metallics, you are part of a legacy of excellence, playing a key role in shaping the future of global infrastructure and industry.

Position Summary

The Electrical Planner details maintenance activities for day-to-day, periodic, and long-term maintenance events. The planner ensures that maintenance supervisors and technicians have all of the job steps, equipment, tools, materials and external resources required to perform repairs on plant equipment.  The planner develops and updates standard maintenance procedures, repair procedures, and work scopes. The planner identifies availability of materials needed, equipment and provides clear execution instructions to electrical technicians.  The planner often develops work scopes, answers bidding questions and evaluates bid proposals on contract bid packages.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Coordinator – Concentrator Maintenance, the Electrical Planner will be responsible for the following:

• Responsible for proper planning of all electrical maintenance activities related to concentrator operations.
• Ensures that safety needs are given top priority in work planning and scheduling.
• Organize incoming work into defined planned work packages.
• Prioritize predictive and preventative maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Implement work procedures, scopes, and department work schedules using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Develops and documents maintenance strategies for new equipment in accordance with the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) manuals and warranty terms for newly installed equipment.
• Consults with contractors, vendors/suppliers and team leaders when necessary.
• Estimates and plans a jobs’ sequence of steps and durations, and identifies special tools or equipment as necessary. 

Skills and Qualifications

• Electrician Journeyman’s license and two or more years related experience; or at least four years of electrical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial setting may be considered in lieu of license.
• Working knowledge of processing facility operations in the Mining industry including maintenance, safety, maintenance, equipment, and staff utilization.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of electrical code, instrumentation and control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand electrical prints and schematics.
• Experience/knowledge in NFPA 70E (arc flash) and MSHA requirements
• Project management experience with ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with document control systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively train and mentor employees.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable with a fast-paced environment.

Education

• High School Graduate or GED
• Completion of 2-year technical program or Bachelor's Degree in related curriculum
• Master Electricians License preferred

Physical Requirements

• This position requires some work in front of a PC, desk, and phone and regular field work.
• Some lifting and strength required.

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our success.