Live Oak - Control Equipment Technic

Milliken • Live Oak, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Control Equipment Technician (CET) is responsible for performing general and preventive maintenance on the controls, electrical & mechanical systems on the equipment. The CET is responsible for responding to equipment breakdowns and/or trouble calls from the manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will have good problem-solving skills, knowledge and experience with mechanical, electrical, and controls maintenance of industrial processes. Primary job functions include reactive/preventive electrical and mechanical maintenance of production and auxiliary equipment. Additionally, the CET will be assigned to project work as determined by area engineers via work orders from SAP. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to PLCs, drives, switchgear, breakers, contactors, and all mechanical aspects. Will on occasion be responsible for boilers, chiller, cooling tower operations when assistance is needed.

Requirements

• Strong problem solving, technical and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to function in a self-directed environment.
• Must excel in a fast-paced, agile environment where critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills are required for success.
• Innovative thinker who is positive, proactive, and readily embraces change.
• Ability to communicate professionally during all interfaces.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong electrical/mechanical knowledge that includes PLCs, drive systems, piping systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Strong working knowledge of proper piping systems and installation techniques, including threaded and welded pipe.
• Read and comprehend electrical/mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Capable of using motorized equipment (i.e., forklifts, tuggers, jig lift, etc.).
• Work the scheduled hours.
• Be available for after hour support on weekend / evenings as required.

Nice To Haves

• A 2-year electrical or electro-mechanical degree from an accredited school is preferred, but not required.
• Equivalent experience or demonstrated skills may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Performing general and preventive maintenance on controls, electrical & mechanical systems on equipment.
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and/or trouble calls from manufacturing processes.
• Performing reactive/preventive electrical and mechanical maintenance of production and auxiliary equipment.
• Assigned to project work as determined by area engineers via work orders from SAP.
• Working with PLCs, drives, switchgear, breakers, contactors, and all mechanical aspects.
• On occasion, responsible for boilers, chiller, cooling tower operations when assistance is needed.
• Actively participate in the Live Oak Complex safety process, including complying with all safety rules and procedures.
• Complete demonstrated skill progression targets at expected rate.

Benefits

• Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree