Electrical Technician

About the Role: We are looking for an Electrical Technician to join our team. This associate will be a skilled, self-motivated, service-oriented individual and will provide first shift electrical maintenance support for our manufacturing operations. The associate will be responsible for electrical repairs and maintenance on many production equipment types with a focus of preventive maintenance and breakdown support activities.
This role will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.
Please note that evening, night and weekend shift positions are eligible for an additional $2/hour shift differential pay (in California, the shift differential pay is $2.40/hour).
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment!
Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair production machinery and equipment in a regulated clean room environment and at times in chemical enclosures
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment, evaluating effectiveness (content and frequency), and making necessary changes following our quality system guidelines.
• Work in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and quality system to document completed maintenance activities
• Perform basic to intermediate level fabrications and machine modifications using standard machine shop equipment
• Manage contracted services to support equipment repairs, calibrations, and maintenance activities and respond to vendor equipment issues
• Support continuous improvement activities
• Drive continuous personal development aligned with current commitments and business needs
• Provide off shift and weekend support as needed as well as support other facilities
• Foster and maintain a positive and safe working environment

Required Qualifications:

• Journey level electrical skills with minimum 3 years hands-on experience in an industrial production facility including PLCs and variable speed drive
• Experience with instrumentation calibration
• Understanding and familiarity with hydraulics, pneumatics, vacuum systems
• Strong understanding of OSHA, NEC (National Electric Code), NFPA codes
• Desktop computer skills, including CAD to work from drawings coupled with basic understanding of networking and operating systems related to automation controls
• Good communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams, mentor others, and ability to work independently
• Ability to follow written instructions and work safely, while wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks while handling complex projects
• Must be able to adjust work hours which may include on call and working overtime with ability to travel up to 5%
• Must be able to lift and carry 35 lbs and pass a pre-medical clearance test

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact