Electrical Planner

Location: Bedford Park,Illinois,United States

Looking for more than just a job? MKD Electric offers careers. Rewarding careers at that! We provide excellent benefits, training, educational opportunities, and promote from within the company. 

For over twenty years, we have designed, built, installed, and maintained our clients’ systems, projects, and facilities with a wide range of service offerings.  We focus on safety, value, and quality as well as building and maintaining lasting relationships with a variety of national clients in renewables, data centers, oil and gas, food and beverage, manufacturing, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields. Quickly moving into other industries, we are a fast-paced and agile company looking for a best-in-class Electrical Planner willing to roll up their sleeves and exude a passion for the field. 

MKD Electric is seeking an experienced Electrical Planner. As part of this role… 

What you will do…

•    Plan work based on backlog within SAP
•    Review work order request, perform field walks to determine the needed time, materials, required
•    Edit work orders as needed to ensure accuracy
•    Order needed materials
•    Audit work order list and eliminate duplicates
•    Confirm work orders have been completed and status correctly
•    Combine work orders that can be planned and executed together
•    Apply technician feedback for continuous improvement in processes in order to streamline maintenance plans
•    Manage KPIs for planning and job execution
•    Drive MKD safety culture
•    Be able to be contacted outside of normal work hours

What you will need to succeed…

•    Two to three years+ of maintenance planning experience required
•    Technical degree in Electrical/Maintenance Engineering or equivalent field experience
•    Knowledge of and experience with SAP
•    Understanding of plant operations and maintenance
•    Electrical and Instrumentation experience in facilities such as Chemical, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, etc. plants preferred
•    Experience with electrical AC/DC systems
•    Valid government Issued Driver’s License
•    Proof of Work Authorization
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent presentation skills
•    Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Outlook applications
•    Possess strong organizational and time management skills

Physical demands…

The Physical demands described within are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
•    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
•    Must be able to lift to 60 pounds independently; lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels.
•    Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet.
•    Requires standing for extended period with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, and stooping, pushing and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and         wet and may have fumes or odors.

What you’ll love about us… 

MKD employees are the company’s greatest assets. To ensure employees are living life to the fullest we offer a wide range of benefits to ensure a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle in the office and at home. From mental wellbeing, physical health, and financial planning, to engaging perks and discounts, we are in the business of celebrating and supporting all of the moments that matter. Along with flexible vacation, and parental leave, we prioritize initiatives that support the growth, development, and happiness of our people. 

•    On the job training with fully accredited training programs 
•    Eligibility to Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and 401K with company match 
•    Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
•    Company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career growth & development

The base pay range for this position is $60.00 to $65.00 per hour. Please note that the compensation range reflects the base pay only and does not include benefits, or bonuses this role may be eligible to receive. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by bona fide factors such as geographic work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recr