Instrument Electrician

Company: Besser
Department: Electrical
Location: Alpena, Michigan
Posted: 5/2/2023

Works under the general supervision of supervisor or leader using standard trade practices and approved code methods. Works from complicated schematic diagrams, drawings and specifications involving complex circuitry together with machine design drawings as related to the electronic equipment repair project. Performs repair and maintenance work on all electronic control equipment and apparatus. Observes machine operations to determine the nature of operating malfunction. Uses appropriate test instruments, such as oscilloscopes, digital multi-meter, logic probe, transistor checker, diode tester, volt-ohm meter and others to diagnose and locate the reason for the malfunction and make the needed repairs. Replace, adjust and calibrate components to align control apparatus to required operating specifications. May repair printed circuitry boards. Proceeds with minimum supervision on assignments; instructions and guidance provided on difficult projects that require engineering assistance. Works in all areas of the plant as required. May perform minor mechanical work.

1. Provides onsite IT and Telecommunications support.
2. Performs PC configurations, moves and/or additions.
3. Ensures employees have necessary IT equipment: computers, phones, cellular devices.
4. Provides Helpdesk support.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills: Performs diversified electronic repair operations. Considerable judgement required to repair electronic and electronic malfunctions in a knowledgeable and expedient manner. Works from complicated schematic diagrams, drawings and specifications and uses equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multi- meter, logic probe, transistor checker, diode tester and other related equipment.
Responsibility: Works under general supervision using standard trade practices. Careless use of equipment, tools and meters may result in damage, spoilage or rework of material. May manage high voltage equipment.
Hazards: Potential for electrical shock and may work from ladder or platform.
Safety: The Company will make provisions for the safety and health of the employees during the hours of their employment. The Company and Union will cooperate in a continuing program to eliminate safety and health hazards. All employees will practice safety first every day.

JOB KNOWLEDGE [Employee has skills to complete their duties and understand their new role]
QUALITY OF WORK [Employee’s output is accurate, complete, and works in a safe manner]
QUANTITY OF WORK [Employee is effective and efficient with their time; while meeting deadlines]
RELATIONSHIPS [Employee works well with the team/customers and fits our ‘ownership’ culture]
INITIATIVE [Employee is self‐motivated and shows interest in adding value beyond job description]

Typical shop conditions, with some dirt and soils, grease, dust. Climbing involved using ladders.

Do you think you’d make an excellent fit for Besser Company and enjoy all the beauty that Alpena, Michigan has to offer? Please forward your resume to:

Besser Company World Headquarters
Attn: Human Resources, Hiring
801 Johnson Street
Alpena, MI 49707 USA
e-mail resumes@besser.com