Covia is a leading supplier of minerals and material solutions to the industrial and energy markets. Covia’s rich legacy includes many achievements across industries and capital success through partnership. Our ability to deliver the right product, to the right place, at the right time, is unmatched. Just as strong is our commitment to building partnerships that help our customers succeed.

Quality and innovation are at the foundation of Covia; but our real strength is our people. Covia employs a diverse and highly skilled team of professionals to convert natural minerals into engineered solutions for our customers. Every member of our team has a valuable opportunity to help shape our future and make a positive impact on the world around us through our commitment to the locations where we live and work.

COVIA IS COMMITTED TO EMBRACING AND PROMOTING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (D&I) WHERE WE WORK, WITH WHOM WE DO BUSINESS, AND WHERE WE LIVE. We strive to create an inclusive culture where diversity is valued and respected and where all feel included and engaged. We are intentional in our efforts to bring Team Members together and create opportunities to contribute their unique skills, experiences and perspectives in the pursuit of Covia’s business growth objectives. Enabling all Team Members to perform at their best while being themselves is fundamental to the Clearly Covia Values and Culture.

Covia is looking for a dynamic Electrician who will have a positive impact on the Operations team at its Oregon, IL location. The Electrician is accountable for all electrical inspections, electrical troubleshooting, and repairs at the plant. The Electrician will also be responsible for providing electrical training to other members of the maintenance staff and assisting with other maintenance activities as needed.

The successful incumbent will have the following Key Accountabilities:

Safety

• Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and procedures applying to the worker or person that are part of a safety and health management system for the mine
• Take reasonable and necessary course of action to ensure workers are not exposed to an unacceptable level of risk
• Comply with all Covia Corporate and Plant Specific safety related policies and procedures.
• Comply with instructions given for safety and health of persons by the mine operator or a supervisor at the operation.

General

• Operate equipment in a safe manner which is most efficient and reduces damage, downtime, and quality issues
• Complete required paperwork in an orderly, accurate, and professional fashion
• Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary
• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned

Operations

• Install electrical/electronic equipment/wiring to National Electrical Code, MSHA and Covia electrical standards.
• Perform work according to Coiva’s safety policies (LOTO, Energized work permit, etc.).
• Inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul electromechanical and solid-state electrical equipment, using a variety of electrical test equipment, meters, powered and non-powered tools and equipment.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair PLCs and VFDs is a plus but not required.
• Capable of running conduit and pulling wire to new and existing equipment
• Make periodic inspection for new electrical services (120v, 240v and 480v three phase), including wiring, conduit, panels, breakers, contractors, relays, timers and controls.
• Performs electrical maintenance and repair work; install/replace fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring.
• Assist in new installation and upgrades of plant equipment.
• Inspect and maintain motors to prevent and predict failures.
• Proficient in trouble shooting and repair of 120v and 480v systems
• Troubleshoot and replace 120–480-volt motors and pumps
• Install motor starters and disconnects and operate generators in support of operations.
• Provide electrical training to other mechanics at the plant as needed.
• Perform regular thermal imaging to predict electrical failures so that work can be pre- planned.
• During the electrician’s work rotation, he/she will be on call and expected to work, in case of problems during the off shift.
• Interface with mechanics, production operators, production foreman, engineers or any other persons involved during equipment PM or repairs.
• Perform extension cords inspections, ground testing and motor wiring.
• Maintains records and logs as needed.

The successful incumbent will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

• Prefer previous experience within industrial mining operations or material handling operations, but not required.
• 2 plus years’ experience in a similar role required.
• Must be able to read manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
• Demonstrated experience contributing within a team of professionals to deliver against set targets.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety with experience identifying/managing risks.
• Literacy in English, both written and spoken.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Electrical trade certification or Trade School certification is a plus but not required.
• Competency in industrial electricity & troubleshooting electrical control circuits, starters, VFDs and disconnects.
• Competency in replacing and troubleshooting electrical motors.
• Technical training in computer systems, PLCs or similar is a plus but not required.
• Competency in preventative maintenance strategies preferred.

Position Details:

• Schedule Monday through Friday, on call as needed
• Day Shift
• Pay starting at $33.00 and up based on experience

Benefits:

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits – medical, vision, dental
• 401K with company matching
• Vacation + Paid Holidays
• Disability, Life / AD&D, and Long Term Care Insurances
• Employee Assistance Program

At Covia, we strive for and support a diverse workforce as we firmly believe this lays the foundation of our success. Our compelling culture supports inclusion, individuality and respect within the workplace. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to the most qualified candidate based on work-related factors and without regard to non-work-related factors including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or military service or reserve or veteran status.

The organization offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)