Electrician

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Position Overview The Electrical Technician is responsible for performing electrical installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on electrical and automation systems used in ductile iron pipe production. The technician ensures safe and reliable operation of HT/LT panels, motors, drives, sensors, PLC-controlled machines, furnaces, and production lines. Key Responsibilities Electrical Maintenance & Repairs Carry out electrical repairs for motors, starters, contactors, breakers, relays, and control panels. Diagnose electrical faults such as short circuits, overload trips, sensor failures, and motor issues. Repair wiring, connectors, junction boxes, and cable terminations. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on electrical systems. Inspect MCC panels, distribution boards, drives, and control wiring for overheating, loose connections, and damage. Conduct routine checks on sensors, proximity switches, limit switches, and safety interlocks. Equipment Coverage in Ductile Iron Pipe Plants Responsible for electrical maintenance of: Induction melting furnaces Centrifugal casting machines Annealing furnaces Cutting, finishing, and grinding machines Transfer conveyors and pipe handling systems Transformers, generators, HT/LT switchgear Motors, VFDs, soft starters, and control panels Cooling systems, pumps, and automation interlocks Lighting, emergency power, and distribution boards Automation & Control Support Assist in troubleshooting PLC I/O faults, sensor failures, and SCADA alarms. Replace or adjust encoders, photoelectric sensors, temperature controllers, and transmitters. Support electrical engineers during program changes and commissioning activities. Safety & Compliance Follow electrical safety standards, LOTO procedures, and PPE guidelines. Ensure compliance with plant electrical safety rules and reporting protocols. Identify unsafe conditions such as exposed wiring, grounding issues, and overheating components. Documentation & Reporting Fill out maintenance job cards, inspection checklists, and breakdown reports. Report repeated issues, spares shortages, or abnormal observations to supervisors. Update logbooks and CMMS entries after maintenance activities. Key Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (HT & LT). Able to handle multi task / more then one function .Also, Training employees to perform different job functions Ability to troubleshoot motors, drives, circuits, and control wiring. Familiarity with PLC wiring, sensors, and basic automation. Skilled in electrical measuring tools (megger, multimeter, clamp meter, IR thermometer). Understanding of industrial machinery and furnace systems. Ability to work safely in high-temperature environments. Qualifications ITI in Electrical or Industrial Electronics. 10–15 years of experience in Ductile iron pipe manufacturing plant. Experience with induction furnace and Hot mould casting equipment is an advantage. Work Environment High-temperature ductile iron pipe manufacturing area with heavy machinery. Shift work and on-call duty during breakdowns. Requires close coordination with electrical engineers, operators, mechanical technicians, and safety teams. Desired Candidate Profile . Employment Type Full-time Company Industry MetalsSteelIronAluminiumFabrication Department / Functional Area InstallationMaintenanceOperationsRepair Keywords Electrical MaintenanceInduction FurnacePLC TroubleshootingVFDDrivesMotor TroubleshootingIndustrial AutomationHot Mould CastingPreventive MaintenanceElectrical Troubleshooting Get real-time job updates only on our App