Journeyman Electrician, Chicago
Flock Safety$64,000 - $88,000/year
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
ManufacturingIndustries
Requirements
- Experience with instruments, testing equipment, test motor generator sets, drills, pliers, wire strippers, other hand and power tools, jib and overhead cranes, drawings, wire diagrams, etc
- Experience with electrical equipment and components, conduits, wires, cables, straps, tape, other miscellaneous hardware items, etc
- Ability to read schematics and blueprints
Responsibilities
- Plan, layout, install, wire and test electrical equipment and make supervised tests on all products according to standard work
- Plan, lay out and install electrical equipment and components from complete or incomplete engineering specifications, schematics drawings; manually or with jib or overhead cranes, bending and threading machines etc
- Lay out and install routine wire circuits and connect pre-wired components
- Determine length, measure, cut cable, conduit and run wire using hands and install using jib and overhead cranes, power tools, pliers, soldering equipment, strippers, screw drivers, hammers, power drills, etc
- Complete circuits and test using watt meters, volt meters, phase sequence meters, tachometers, stroboscopes, etc
- Strip, splice, solder and connect lugs, terminals etc
- Make tests using complex testing equipment
- Perform tests on standard units not involving adjustments
- Diagnose troubles and make necessary changes and adjustments
- Understand rotating, relay and electronic circuits and lead others in installation, testing and diagnosing
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the pay rate for the Production Electrician position?
The position offers competitive hourly pay: Step 1 - $31.01 hr, Step 2 - $32.18 hr, Step 3 - $33.35 hr, plus an additional $1.00 for 2nd shift premium.
Is this a remote position, or where is it located?
This is an on-site position at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin. No relocation assistance is available.
What skills and experience are required for this role?
Required experience includes using instruments, testing equipment, hand and power tools, jib and overhead cranes, drawings, and wire diagrams; working with electrical equipment, conduits, wires, and cables; and the ability to read schematics and blueprints. Understanding rotating, relay, and electronic circuits is also needed.
What is the work schedule for this position?
This is a 2nd Shift, full-time position.
What makes a strong candidate for this Production Electrician role?
Strong candidates will have hands-on experience planning, installing, wiring, and testing electrical equipment using tools like jib cranes, power tools, volt meters, and testing equipment, along with the ability to read schematics, diagnose issues, and lead others in electrical work.
Caterpillar Inc.
Manufactures heavy machinery for various industries
About Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar Inc. designs and manufactures heavy machinery and equipment for industries such as construction, mining, energy, and rail. Their products include a wide range of machinery and engines that help clients complete large-scale projects. Caterpillar's equipment works by providing powerful tools that can perform tasks like digging, lifting, and transporting materials. What sets Caterpillar apart from its competitors is its strong aftermarket support, which includes maintenance and repair services, ensuring that their machinery remains efficient and reliable over time. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality products while also focusing on sustainability and community development through initiatives that improve education and reduce poverty.
Irving, TexasHeadquarters
1925Year Founded
$143.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Social Impact, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
10,001+Employees