Annual Wage Range: $68,675.20  - $94,428.40 
Other Compensation:  Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses 
Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Final salary and compensation will be based on several factors including candidate qualifications and experience, geographical location, market, and business considerations.

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

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, however expected to be infrequent.

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. Physical Requirements and Environment Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft. Required Qualifications HS Diploma or GED 5+ years’ electrical experience working industrial or commercial environment with experience in troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and maintenance of industrial control systems. Current Apprentice or Journeyman’s license Must be able to see different colors to discern color-coded wiring. 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. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be proficient in using computer software, (ARC Facilities, Limble CMMS, SAP Ariba or related) Preferred Qualifications 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

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.