Electrical Technician

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Date: Aug 22, 2024

Location: Columbia, MD, US, 21044

Company: W. R. Grace & Co.

 

Requisition ID: 23435

Built on talent, technology, and trust, Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials. The company’s two industry-leading business segments—Catalysts Technologies and Materials Technologies—provide innovative products, technologies, and services that enhance the products and processes of our customers around the world. Grace employs approximately 4,300 people in over 30 countries.

 

Job Description

Are you an experienced Industrial or commercial Electrician? Would you like to work at one location and not travel from customer to customer? WR Grace has an opening for an Electrical Technician that may be a perfect match…

 

 

Grace is hiring an Electrical Technician to work at our Columbia, MD campus where we have office buildings, numerous labs, and a pilot plant. You will participate in a variety of tasks that include installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment. You will oversee and supervise contractors and vendors. In addition, you will ensure the fire alarms are maintained in accordance with standards and codes, and gas detection/gas sensors are properly calibrated and maintained.   
 

 

We offer flexible work hours, with 7am-4pm as highly preferred. Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, as needed. 


 

Responsibilities

  • Install, repair, and maintain electrical fixtures, wiring, and building systems on adhering to all state, local and company code and safety policies.
  • Perform electrical systems testing to ensuring proper installation and operation.
  • Assist in supervision of electrical contractors.
  • Assist in coordination and communication of electrical shutdowns.
  • Knowledge of explosion proof wiring methods and connections of electrical systems to powerlines, providing electricity to buildings.
  • Observe installed systems to detect hazards and determine the need for modifications. Recommend necessary electrical repairs.
  • Maintain shop material inventory.
  • Complete all required safety forms.
  • Replace conduit, wiring, breakers, and other electrical components as needed
  • Determine campus electrical hazards. Safely isolate, lock and tagout circuits and equipment to enable troubleshooting and repairs.

Required Qualifications

  • HS Diploma or GED
  • Must be able to see different colors to discern color-coded wiring.
  • 5+ years’ electrical experience working industrial or commercial environment with experience in troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and maintenance of industrial control systems
  • Knowledge of electrical systems and related codes
  • Knowledge of electrical wiring and related code
  • Ability to read drawings and schematics 
  • Ability to use hand and power tools related to the electrical installation. 
  • Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be proficient in using computer software, (ARC Facilities, Limble CMMS, SAP Ariba or related)
     

Physical Requirements

Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials
Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials

Preferred Qualifications

  • Apprentice or Journeyman’s license
  • Knowledge of electronics and instrumentation.
  • Experience with PLC

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Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Grace Wellness Program

Flexible Workplace

Retirement Plans 

401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave (salaried only)

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Donation Match Program

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Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.

 

EOE Statement:  W. R. Grace & Co. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation.


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