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.

Purpose of Role:

The Electrician's role is to maintain and repair 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

Principle Accountabilities: 

• 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.

Experience Required: 

• Up to 8 years of experience as a journeyman or licensed electrician.

Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electrical work 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.

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.