Instrument Technician

True West Beef•Jerome, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for motivated Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians to join our maintenance team here at True West Beef. Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians will have the responsibility to maintain and repair plant controls and automation systems. The Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians will work as a team to ensure equipment will operate safely and efficiently. We are looking for people with strong Electrical and Instrumentation backgrounds that are seeking a challenging career with a great new company.

Requirements

Ability to speak, read, and write English
Possess and/or acquire the basic tools required for the job
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary
Ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Willingness to contribute to the accomplishment of work group goals, objectives, and activities
Extensive knowledge of flow, pressure, and temperature sensing devices
Capable of lifting, pushing, or pulling 75 pounds, climbing ladders, standing, crawling, stooping, twisting, kneeling, working in confined spaces, working from heights, working in physically demanding situations, and safely working around hazardous chemicals or equipment.
Must be able to work in a generally unsavory environment - dirty, hot, cold, and humid ambient conditions exist
Must be able to maintain accurate records and prepare clear written and verbal reports
Ability to read and interpret design, PID, control, and electrical drawings and meters, gauges, charts, and a variety of instruments; read and interpret manuals, specifications, drawings, and blueprints.
High school diploma or GED
Minimum of three (3) years of industrial electrical experience; technical or vocational training may be substituted as partial experience
Must have excellent planning and troubleshooting skills with extensive experience working with low voltage DC circuits (5vdc - 90vdc) plus 120V/208V/240V/277V /480V 3 Phase Power & Motor Controls circuits
Allen Bradley VFD/PLC experience is required
Proficiency in RSLogix 5, 500, 5000, Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench required

Nice To Haves

Ignition SCADA knowledge desired

Responsibilities

Work safely- follow all safety guidelines and procedures, including proper PPE, LOTO, confined spaces, and hot work permits; abide by all company policies
Install, program, inspect, troubleshoot, and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment, instrumentation, and related information system
Design, layout, and prepare sketches for information and control systems
Assist maintenance personnel with equipment failures, projects, and preventative maintenance
Perform tests and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment; interpret readings and outputs of equipment; ensure proper functioning of equipment and related information systems
Review operator manuals and other established guidelines; ensure equipment and information systems are operated in accordance with established guidelines
Perform basic programming for utilities information systems; programs with ladder logic and relay logic; operates PLCs, RTUs and associated inputs/outputs; operates VFDs; performs telecommunications networking
Ensure proper operation of SCADA system; identify and troubleshoot issues pertaining to SCADA system, Ignition and Factory Talk
Initiate work orders pertaining to utilities equipment and information systems; ensure work orders are accurate and complete; perform record-keeping functions
Serve as a liaison to manufacturers, contractors, plant personnel and other internal or external parties with respect to utilities equipment, instruments, and related systems
Answer radio calls immediately and communicate effectively with all production team members, including management
Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team
Maintain a positive attendance record by demonstrating consistent and punctual attendance on a regular basis
Perform other related duties as assigned