Job Description

Pay Range: $28.85- $30.90/hr

What we are looking for:

• Industrial electrician: 4 years (Preferred)

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

• PLC maintenance repair: 4 years (Preferred)

• VFD maintenance. 4 years (Preferred)

Responsibilities:

• Identify, repair, maintain and perform routine preventative maintenance on the following as applicable and to assure safe working conditions: Electrical, electronics, pneumatics, computer systems, plc's and HMI’s used on our High Speed Production Equipment, ie: Printing Presses, Inserting Machines and Palletizing and Conveying Systems

• Diagnose electrical problems and determine how to correct them, checking electrical schematics, prints, PLC Ladder logic, repair manuals, or part catalogs, as necessary.

• Ability to install, wire and maintain relays, photo-eyes, limit switches, proximity switches, solenoid valves, motors, starters, VFD’s, PLC I/O modules, analog control devices, safety circuits, etc.

• Work on Special Projects (Equipment upgrades, relocations) as directed / assigned.

• Continues to develop knowledge in order to learn the systems in use and stay abreast of emerging technology.

• Verify, revise and update electrical and electronic, facility and building blueprints or drawings.

• Quickly diagnose and communicate accurately, fully, and professionally with production maintenance manager regarding priorities, repair steps taken, parts ordered, and estimated time until completion.

• Evaluate the materials inventory needed for particular jobs and recommend purchases.

• Record information on work orders and jobs in department logs.

• Clean and organize shops and all work areas.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Two-year degree or training in specialized electrical or electronic trade helpful

• Basic computer skills required

• 4 - 5 years previous experience in industrial electrical, controls, and PLC maintenance repair and installation

• Journey-level industrial controls maintenance experience only; printing plant experience helpful

• Troubleshooting experience in deadline situations

• Mechanical & Electrical aptitude and manual dexterity

Physical Working Conditions:

• Standing 35% of shift, walking 50% of shift, sitting 15% of shift

• Climb stairs, ladders, lifts & production equipment to repair or install parts

• Repair production equipment or facility by bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling to reach necessary parts

• Reach above head to repair production-related facility and building equipment and use hands to grasp, turn or push/pull parts for repair and/or installation

• Listen for equipment problems by identifying unusual noises or inappropriate machine sounds

• Demonstrate safe and proper use of safety equipment, tools, and machinery

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift/ 4 days a week

• Must be willing to work all shifts

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required

• Social distancing guidelines in place

• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

The hourly range for Colorado residents is $28.85- $30.90/hr. This role may be eligible for a sign on bonus. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, MediaNews Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition program, and 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).