Journeyman electrician jobs in Athens, GA - 134 jobs

Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates, including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum, and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands, and over 39,000 SKUs. Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations, and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives. Job Description Electrician Associate I| Covington, GA| Hiring Immediately Compensation: $32.80-$36.90/hr. (Paid weekly) * Increases: Eligible for annual and skill-based wage increases * Bonuses: Eligible for monthly bonuses based on plant productivity * Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family Available Shift: * 1st and 2nd * 12-hour * 07:00 AM-07:00 PM * 07:00 PM-07:00 AM * 2-2-3 schedule TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER: * ************ (928-NOVOLEX) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out. * Read blueprints & wiring diagrams for the installation & repair of equipment and the facility. * Examines mechanical equipment to diagnose trouble. Disassembles, repairs/replaces parts, as well as maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, including motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, and fans. * Cleans, lubricates & adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary. * Major electrical repairs, including 3-phase, 480 & troubleshoots PLCs, new installations of equipment, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances. * Uses precision measuring tools/devices, hand tools, and testing instruments. * Inspects and tests electrical equipment, lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits. * Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using testing instruments such as an ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, or megger. * Replaces faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems. * Removes or replaces electrical transformers & lighting fixtures. Completes circuits according to specifications. * Ensures electrical work conforms to OEM requirements and safety codes. * Inspects completed repairs. * Requisitions new parts and equipment. * Maintains a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift. * Communicates problems encountered throughout the shift to the production supervisor, maintenance lead, acting supervisor, or maintenance supervisor. * Installs lighting fixtures and replaces bulbs and ballast. * Operates any equipment needed to perform the job. * Performs other related duties to contribute to the success of the operation as assigned by supervision. * Must be capable of covering both mechanical and electrical equipment without support on off shifts. Qualifications: * 5+ years of Industrial Electrician Experience. * Computer literacy in Desktop Applications and Maintenance Connection CMMS. * Skilled in using precision measurement devices * Highly organized, problem solver, able to handle multiple tasks, self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability. * Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to communicate with people at all levels within the organization effectively. * Able to act and show best work practice, understand work design, and respond to issues without specific instructions. * Must be a Team player. * High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, technical school credentials preferred. * Preferred Skills: Be knowledgeable in pneumatics, blueprints/schematic readings (mechanical/electrical), welding, using shop equipment, and fabrication. Company Benefits What You'll Get From Us Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being as an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Community Engagement At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility-level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. Training and Development We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs, and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact my **********************. #INDFGR Responsibilities Electrician Associate I| Covington, GA| Hiring Immediately Compensation: $32.80-$36.90/hr. (Paid weekly) - Increases: Eligible for annual and skill-based wage increases - Bonuses: Eligible for monthly bonuses based on plant productivity - Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family Available Shift: - 1st and 2nd - 12-hour - 07:00 AM-07:00 PM - 07:00 PM-07:00 AM - 2-2-3 schedule TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER: - ************ (928-NOVOLEX) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out. - Read blueprints & wiring diagrams for the installation & repair of equipment and the facility. - Examines mechanical equipment to diagnose trouble. Disassembles, repairs/replaces parts, as well as maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, including motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, and fans. - Cleans, lubricates & adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary. - Major electrical repairs, including 3-phase, 480 & troubleshoots PLCs, new installations of equipment, replaces and tests electrical circuits, equipment, and appliances. - Uses precision measuring tools/devices, hand tools, and testing instruments. - Inspects and tests electrical equipment, lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits. - Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using testing instruments such as an ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, or megger. - Replaces faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems. - Removes or replaces electrical transformers & lighting fixtures. Completes circuits according to specifications. - Ensures electrical work conforms to OEM requirements and safety codes. - Inspects completed repairs. - Requisitions new parts and equipment. - Maintains a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift. - Communicates problems encountered throughout the shift to the production supervisor, maintenance lead, acting supervisor, or maintenance supervisor. - Installs lighting fixtures and replaces bulbs and ballast. - Operates any equipment needed to perform the job. - Performs other related duties to contribute to the success of the operation as assigned by supervision. - Must be capable of covering both mechanical and electrical equipment without support on off shifts. Qualifications: - 5+ years of Industrial Electrician Experience. - Computer literacy in Desktop Applications and Maintenance Connection CMMS. - Skilled in using precision measurement devices - Highly organized, problem solver, able to handle multiple tasks, self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability. - Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to communicate with people at all levels within the organization effectively. - Able to act and show best work practice, understand work design, and respond to issues without specific instructions. - Must be a Team player. - High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, technical school credentials preferred. - Preferred Skills: Be knowledgeable in pneumatics, blueprints/schematic readings (mechanical/electrical), welding, using shop equipment, and fabrication.