Electrician

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment.

About the Role: Qualified candidates must have at least 5+ years of experience as an Industrial Electrician. The role maintains and repairs electrical systems and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation with minimal downtime. Responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, installing new systems, and ensuring compliance with safety codes and standards. The Electrician also collaborates on larger projects and new installations to improve system reliability. Experience with low-voltage and medium-voltage systems is a must.

Responsibilities:

• Performs work individually under limited supervision or in a team environment
• Performs work by standard operating procedures and from complex instructions and procedures
• Undertake routine maintenance of relevant plant and equipment according to scheduled requirements in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs non-trade tasks incidental to the work
• Follow safe work practices, including but not limited to lockout/tagout and isolation techniques
• Understands and implements quality control techniques
• Demonstrate personal responsibility for all Safety, Health, Environment, Community, and Sustainability (SHECS) policies, procedures, and initiatives
• Responsible for completing assigned preventative maintenance on equipment, troubleshooting and repairing machinery to minimize production loss and downtime, and participating in projects and new installations as needed.
• Occasionally serves as the point of contact for electrical contractors on larger projects.
• Troubleshoots 480/240/120 Vac and 230 Vdc motor control circuits, lighting, and resistive heating circuits.
• Tests electrical systems and circuit continuity in wiring, equipment, and fixtures using appropriate testing devices and meters to measure conductors and components of electrical circuits.
• Installs and mounts electronic controls, device panels, sensors, and components, along with associated conduit and wiring.
• Interlocks wiring as necessary.
• Replaces variable speed drives on equipment and repairs damaged cables.
• Replaces and wires electronic components as required.
• Reads blueprints and user manuals to determine proper function and installation of electrical equipment.
• Utilizes machine information to diagnose and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborates with production personnel to understand equipment failures and determines the most effective course of action for resolution.
• Assists in replacing motors and other electrical components.
• Sizes, bends and installs new conduit runs.
• Assists the Plant Engineering Manager in determining work procedures.
• Ensures all work complies with federal, state, and local electrical codes, including the NEC and NFPA70e.
• Collaborates with the Sims Metal Engineering Group to uphold internal standards and recommendations.
• Support measures to effectively manage costs and adherence to budgetary requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality requirements
• Comply with all Company policies, procedures, and initiatives relevant to the job
• Support training and performance-management initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Up to 8 years of experience as a journeyman or licensed electrician.
• A high school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electrical work is required.
• Valid electrician license or certification as required by state or local regulations.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve complex electrical problems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with various team members, including contractors and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal, verbal,l and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of individuals at multiple levels and to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent attendance record
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Ability to adapt to change, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to drive mobile plant equipment may be required

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift heavy equipment and tools (up to 40 lbs).
• Ability to work in extreme cold/heat and regular exposure to heat, cold, and wet weather conditions
• Must be comfortable with heights, confined spaces, and working in varying weather conditions.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.