Job Description

Batching Plant Electrician
Job Title: Batching Plant Electrician
Reports To: Plant Manager / Maintenance Supervisor
Summary: The Batching Plant Electrician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing all electrical systems, control panels, and computer-based automation systems that operate the batching plant.
Key Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical wiring, conduit, panels, and control systems for the entire batching plant.
• Diagnose and repair problems within the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based batching control system.
• Calibrate and maintain weighing systems (load cells) for aggregates, cement, water, and admixtures to ensure batch accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and sensors.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all electrical systems and components.
• Work with low-voltage control circuits and high-voltage power supplies (as certified).
• Collaborate with the Plant Mechanic to resolve electro-mechanical issues.
• Ensure all work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and company safety standards, strictly adhering to LOTO procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High school diploma; completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program is required.
• Valid Journeyman or Master Electrician license is highly preferred.
• Several years of experience working with industrial electrical systems, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, ladder logic, and control diagrams.
• Experience with computer-based batching software is a significant advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Skills Required