Industrial Electrician – Topeka, KS

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: USA
Salary: $39.25/hr

Company Overview

Goodyear is a global leader in the tire industry, employing approximately 68,000 professionals across 53 manufacturing facilities in 20 countries. With Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, we are dedicated to developing cutting-edge products and services that define the industry’s technology and performance standards.

Industrial Electrician – Job Description

General Overview

As an Industrial Electrician, you will play a crucial role in supporting manufacturing operations by troubleshooting, performing preventive maintenance, and repairing tire-related machinery and processing equipment. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe and organized work environment in accordance with facility standards.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

  • Installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical components and systems, including sensors, motors, drives, and PLC systems.
  • Laying out, assembling, installing, and testing electrical fixtures, control equipment, and wiring.
  • Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing wiring, switchboards, switches, fuses, lighting fixtures, and other electrical mechanisms (110VAC–4160VAC).
  • Installing, inspecting, cleaning, and lubricating AC and DC motors up to 2,500 HP.
  • Troubleshooting industrial control systems, including hydraulics, temperature control systems with steam or electrical heat sources, and chilled water cooling systems.
  • Performing minor welding tasks, such as fabricating and installing brackets and panel mounts.
  • Cutting, threading, and bending conduit using the necessary tools.
  • Working with live circuits and performing hot taps when required.
  • Maintaining power, lighting, and alarm wiring systems.
  • Logging maintenance and repair activities using computerized work order systems.
  • Interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, sketches, layouts, and circuit diagrams.
  • Following all safety protocols, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, PPE standards, and NFPA 70E Arc Flash safety guidelines.
  • Adhering to Goodyear’s attendance policy.
  • Performing physical tasks in varying conditions, including lifting heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • Ability to lift heavy materials and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Ability to complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements successfully.
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Must provide own basic tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience as an Industrial Manufacturing Electrician with a working knowledge of heavy industrial machinery, power/control devices, and machine operations.
  • Possession of an Industrial Electrician Journeyman’s card or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Electrical Technology.
  • Experience working with PLC and AC/DC drive controls such as Modicon, Siemens, and Rockwell.
  • Ability and willingness to learn cross-disciplinary skills.
  • Experience adhering to industry-specific safety standards.

Ideal Candidate Traits

  • Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative independently.
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to completing tasks efficiently.
  • Adaptable and able to thrive in changing environments.
  • Team-oriented with the ability to contribute effectively in group and individual settings.
  • Dedicated to safety and following workplace regulations.
  • Willing to adhere to Goodyear’s tobacco-free policy.

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