Electrical Maintenance

SSAB•Axis, AL

21h

About The Position

The Electrical Maintenance Operator performs industrial electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and installations from the electric arc furnace through the caster. This role helps ensure the safe and reliable operation of electrical and control systems in a heavy industrial steelmaking environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5+ year industrial electrical maintenance experience (steel or heavy manufacturing preferred), or 2 years industrial electrical experience plus a degree in electrical or instrumentation technology.
PLC troubleshooting/programming experience (Allen-Bradley).
Experience with AC/DC drives and motor control systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
Strong troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced production environment.
Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Follow all maintenance JSA’s, lockout/tagout procedures, and SSAB safety policies.
Maintain and troubleshoot:
Low-voltage control circuits (120/208V).
480V 3-phase distribution and motor control centers.
PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, ControlLogix 5000).
AC and DC drive systems, soft starters, and VFDs.
Instrumentation including load cells, encoders, thermocouples, proximity sensors, and pressure/flow transmitters.
Perform preventive maintenance on motors, MCCs, transformers, and switchgear.
Install conduit, cable tray, and wiring to NEC standards.
Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, and infrared cameras.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
Log completed work and equipment data into CMMS.
Complete training within the designated timeframes and attend all required meetings.
Understand and support the company’s goals and values and adhere to company, department, safety, quality, environmental, and ethics policies and procedures.