AbbottSenior Electrician
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Temecula, CA location in the Abbott Vascular Devices division.
Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for the treatment of vascular disease.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Senior Electrician will perform routine switching procedures on metal enclosed switchgear involving voltages of 480 to 12,000 volts a/c. Will have an understanding of single line electrical distribution systems, the major loads and their characteristics and how they are supported throughout the plant with duplicated networking. Will demonstrate a thorough understanding of the nature of the processes and the equipment connected to the electrical system. Applies his/her full knowledge of these systems in the performance of troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of electrical equipment.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide oversight and supervision of personnel performing nondestructive testing of conductor insulation, transformer coils, circuit breakers, and associated switchgear. Responsibilities include ensuring proper use of diagnostic equipment—such as turns‑ratio testers, meggers, load testers, and ultrasonic sensors—and verifying that all testing activities comply with established safety protocols, technical specifications, and industry standards.
• Must be able to follow proper procedures, both written and verbal.
• Provide oversight and supervision of personnel performing repair, and maintenance to Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), whether used for Distributive Control Systems (DCS) or emergency lighting, located throughout the plant.
• This includes testing, maintenance of back-up batteries, and preventive maintenance on electronic components.
• Must have a strong understanding of generator and ATS systems.
• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of Soft Starts and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
• Must be able to troubleshoot, repair, and conduct preventive maintenance on these equipment.
• Must be knowledgeable in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Process Controls/DCS or Infrared Thermography.
• Must be able to demonstrate competence in any of these specialized fields in the work setting.
• Trouble shoot, repair, and conduct preventive maintenance on motor control centers.
• Understand motor load characteristics and conduct diagnostic testing on motors both in the energized and de-energized state.
• Demonstrate understanding of Abbott Electrical Standards, NEC, and GMP requirements pertaining to the equipment in the assigned zone.
• Applies his/her full knowledge of these requirements in the conduct of his/her function.
• Must know basic CMMS(Computerized Maintenance Management System) functions and how to use various queries pertaining to maintenance activities such as ordering parts.
• Accountability / Scope: Errors in judgment while working with more senior trades persons or failure to follow specific safety rules and procedures could result in serious injury to the trades person and others and/or cause significant equipment or property damage.
• Errors in not following written or verbal procedures could result in accidentally energizing or de-energizing electrical/ mechanical systems and/or equipment that could result in serious equipment damage, loss of product, serious bodily injury or death.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level
Major/Field of Study
or
Equivalent
High School Diploma / GED
An equivalent combination of education and work experience
Experience/Background
Experience
Experience Details
Minimum 5 years
Related experience in a commercial or industrial work environment, which may include completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program.
Preferred: California State General Electrician Certification.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$33.35 – $66.75/hour
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Facilities & Maintenance
DIVISION:
AVD Vascular
LOCATION:
United States > Temecula : Building E - TE
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO\_English.pdf
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