Electrical apprentice Jobs in Kent, WA

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Division Information

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company’s dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids. Kenworth is the first truck manufacturer to receive the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Air Excellence award in recognition of its environmentally friendly products.

Why Work for PACCAR?

• $47.13/hour
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Medical, vision, dental, life insurance, AD&D insurance
• Employer paid pension and options to participate in 401k
• Employer provided uniforms
• EAP services including wellness plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Requisition Summary

Kenworth Truck Company has an opening for an NC Electrician at our plant in Renton, Washington.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair all types of electrical controls, including 460 volt - three phase motors and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controlled (PLC) equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) motors and equipment.
• Perform some electrical control design work and equipment control modifications.
• Perform electrical equipment installations according to National Electrical Code (NEC) including all feeder and branch circuits.
• Capable of troubleshooting, repairing and installing electrical controls and equipment, including PLC, VFD and PC communication systems.
• Committed to continuous self-improvement and demonstrate the ability to function as a positive member of a maintenance team.

Qualifications

• ​​​High school diploma required.
• PC experiences preferred include Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related one year industrial electrical trade school training preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of diverse industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Read and understand electrical prints and schematic drawings.
• Flexible to work first or second shift

Physical Requirements:

• Lift, carry, push, pull 50 pounds or more.
• Stand and walk eight hours.
• Kneel, crawl and bend eight hours.
• Do repeated bending and squatting.
• Work at or above shoulder level.
• Have good manual dexterity.
• Climb ladders to 12 feet heights.
• Work around machinery with moving parts and cutting parts.
• Have maximum use of both legs and arms.
• Operate a motor vehicle.
• Operate elevating equipment.
• Be exposed to dusts with proper protective equipment.
• Be exposed to solvents with proper protective equipment.
• Be exposed to weather extremes.
• Tolerate continuous use of safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes.
• Use vibratory tools

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.

This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.

Kenworth Truck Company- Renton is an E-Verify employer