Electrician

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Job Posting Title
Electrician

Job Description Summary
Plans layout, installs and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment by performing the following duties.

Job Description

• Follows safe operating procedures
• Maintain 7S standards
• Performs PM activities as required
• Communicates with co-workers from the previous and following shifts to discuss problems and concerns
• Actively participates in continuous improvement activities
• Plans new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials, provide access for future maintenance, and avoid unsightly, hazardous, and unreliable wiring, consistent with specifications and local electrical codes
• Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit
• Pulls wiring through conduit
• Splices wires by stripping insulation from terminal leads, twisting or soldering wires together, and applying tape or terminal caps
• Compiles materials list for individual work orders and enters into business system
• Connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment
• Installs control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays and circuits-breaker panels
• Connects power cables to equipment, such as electric range or motor, and installs grounding leads
• Tests continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components with testing instruments such as multimeter, megohmmeter and oscilloscope
• Observes functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for instruments, relocation, or replacement
• Repairs faulty equipment or systems
• Troubleshoots production machinery and building environmental equipment (HVAC, heat/lighting, etc.) using multimeters, megohmmeter, oscilloscope, and a PC for units controlled by programmable logic controllers
• Balances sintering furnace glo-bars to ensure uniform heating across zones
• Performs preventative maintenance tasks on production and non-production equipment
• Wires and installs new control panels to upgrade existing equipment
• Records maintenance actions performed in computerized maintenance system
• Completes other tasks within job classification as assigned by Supervisor
• Assist other employees as directed by the Team Leader and / or Supervisor

Required Skills and Education

EDUCATION:

Associate Degree in Electrical-related field or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

Knowledgeable in the following:

• Know what it takes to have a safe workplace
• TS-16949 Quality Systems Requirements
• ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems
• Problem Solving
• Fork Lift and Scissor Lifts

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to use Window based applications
• Lockout/Tagout as Authorized User
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to act with limited direction
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Ability to lift and move 40 pounds without assistance
• Required to obtain lift truck certification

About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with nearly 85 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce. We are AAM. Move with us, and join #TeamAAM.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com . AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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