Electric Actuation Technician

R.E. Mason•Charlotte, NC

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a 100% Employee-Owned company, Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers’ and our success. Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers. R.E. Mason is an Emerson Impact Partner covering North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Emerson is the global leader of process systems and solutions. R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper. Electric Actuation Technicians are responsible for the assembly, calibration, diagnostics and repair of all types of electric actuators (MOV’s). Associated work often includes the service/repair of associated control, isolation, regulator/relief valves, including valve instrumentation.

Requirements

Strong Electrical Ability/Aptitude
Strong Safety Culture
Process Control communication protocols including HART, Foundation Fieldbus, PROFIBUS and Modbus.
Familiar with Control System Rack Rooms, termination panels, and wiring associated with electric actuator installations
Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
Mechanical Ability/Aptitude
Knowledge of rigging and lifting
Able to operate repair equipment namely: overhead cranes, forklifts, sand blasters, power tools and electrical devices such as multi meters, HART Communicators
Ability to stay task focused
Self-Starter and Self-Directed
Available for overnight travel up to 4 weeks (supporting nuclear refueling outages) with an overall field to shop ratio of 70%.
Must be able to work off hours, weekends, and OT on a short notice basis based on business needs
Able to work in abnormal (heat/cold/clean room) operating conditions.
Excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal and customer relations skills – exhibit an ability to effectively communicate with plant personnel.
Time Management Skills
Teamwork
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years Industrial plant experience preferred
Valve repair experience
Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

Technical/Trade School preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in the assembly, commissioning, troubleshooting and repair of electric actuators in the shop or at customer facilities
Determine service requirements for electrical and mechanical components by use of technical drawings and various types of measuring equipment
Preventive Maintenance and repair of electric actuators from brands such as Bettis, Limitorque, Rotork, Beck, and Auma.
Assist in the design of the bracket and coupling interface between electric actuators and valves
Customer communication – technical assistance, troubleshooting, determining disposition of repairs
Adherence to all safety, quality and company rules/regulations
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards
Participation and involvement in Safety, Quality, and Activities Committees.
Complete site-specific safety requirements
Maintain driver eligibility
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution
Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Paid company holidays
Career Development Program
Retirement and Financial Wellness program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)