Position Details
Electronic Technician/Electrician Apply
Job Description
Valex Corp is currently looking for an experienced Electronic Technician/Electrician who is capable of working independently while being a supportive team member to join the Facilities Team.
The Electronic Technician/Electrician derives his/her authority from the Facilities Manager/ Supervisor and is directly accountable to him/her.
RESPONSIBILITIES
-The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
-Repairing and modifying production equipment, facility equipment, engineering, and test equipment.
-Performing preventive maintenance tasks as per the preventive maintenance program.
-Identifying parts required for repairs, modifications, and design.
-Preparing paperwork required for ordering parts.
-Supporting Maintenance personnel in day-to-day operation.
-Familiar knowledge with Lockout/Tagout procedures . Ability to interpret NEC.
-Assisting in the development of new equipment.
DUTIES
With minimal supervision, guidance, direction, or instruction, the Electronic Technician/Electrician will perform the following duties within his/her areas of expertise.
-Troubleshoot problems in common to complex electro-mechanical type equipment; using Oscilloscopes, clamp meter, current tester, or multimeter then recommend and perform the appropriate repairs.
-Remove, disassemble, repair, and reassemble components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies.
-Ability to perform all tasks per NFPA 70E standards
-Disconnect or install as necessary electrical equipment. Fabricating controls, conduit, raceways of various materials and fasteners. Determine appropriate wire size and pull wires.
-Install, test, repair, and modify electrical motors, circuit boards, PLC’s, panels, fixtures, breakers, and relays for 480V and down.
-Research vendor literature; determine appropriate part numbers and quantities required. Prepare purchase requisitions to acquire parts for performing repairs and preventive maintenance.
-Replace bulbs and ballasts.
-Perform routine preventive maintenance.
-Maintain a clean and safe work area.
-Safely utilize hand tools, portable power tools, and fixed shop power tools.
-Train less-skilled personnel.
-Perform other tasks as requested by management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
-Five years previous electrical / electronic experience.
-Working knowledge of Ohms law.
-Ability to troubleshoot electrical controls and components
-Supply own trade tools.
-Some computer knowledge Excel, Word, and trouble shoot shop floor machine controls.
-Able to develop, read, and understand electrical diagrams and drawings.
-Working knowledge of both digital and analog controls.
-Read, write, and speak English. Excellent communicator skilled at fostering a cooperative environment.
-Basic math skills.
This is a full-time, non-exempt, bargaining (union) position and you will be expected to join our union upon hire (there is a nominal initiation fee and monthly dues). The hourly rate for this position is $36.93/hr with a contract increase in March 2026.
Our employees invest in Valex with unified goals to solve challenges, drive advancements, and promote growth. We invest in our employees by offering competitive benefits and excellent opportunities. Together, we succeed.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding a nondiscriminatory workplace, as described by the Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and preserving your privacy as outlined in the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
