Electrical Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to lead the wiring function of the Manufacturing line in the Knoxville facility. This position is responsible for making sure that the units leaving are wired correctly based on the electrical schematics and Design drawings provided by Engineering. 

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Read the schematics and compare to Electrical boxes to certify the lines are running correct.
• Learn, understand and be able to teach and operate the End of Line Tester.
• Be able to trouble shoot any electrical issues and communicate the corrections in an effective way to prevent the same issues in the future.
• Teach operators how to read a schematic.
• Check in house boxes for correct wiring.
• On occasion be able to travel to customer sites and trouble shoot all electrical issues. 
• Maintain preventative maintenance on End of Line Tester equipment.
• Emergency assistance when units have issues on the manufacturing line.
• When needed, provide added training and assistance on the manufacturing line for any items that the person is knowledgeable on. i.e. Electrical testing and /or other applicable areas. 
• Works closely with Electro-Mechanical Technician to accomplish any Electrical Issues and troubleshoot wiring problems.
• All other duties as assigned.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES 

• To ensure Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence, which includes quality, is incorporated into every product we produce. 

• Follow all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to Global Code of Business Principles, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Vision and Values, Operational Framework.

REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES)

• Proven mechanical abilities
• Proven wiring knowledge
• Detail oriented to make and keep precise, accurate measurements
• Good communication, interpersonal and writing skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to make and keep the precise, accurate measurements
• Math skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (required levels)

• High school education. 
• One year experience working with an electrical and communication preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to bend, lift, stand repetitively throughout the day 
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly throughout the day 
• Ability to work with hands on tedious operations 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; reach with hands, arms, and shoulders.  The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear.  The employee occasionally will be required hand lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.