Electrical Control Tech (Maintenance Tech I) - Robesonia, PA

VetJobs•Robesonia, PA

7d•$29 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician I (Electrical Controls Technician I) develops foundational technical knowledge while helping maintain critical electrical and control systems across pipeline facilities. The role supports the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of station equipment as part of a collaborative, safety-focused team. The position is primarily field-oriented and includes outdoor work, with some indoor office functions for training, meetings, and required documentation. Station responsibilities may require daily oversight and support, including weekends and extended coverage up to seven days per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of directly relevant training and experience.
Strong technical and analytical skills demonstrated through training, formal education, and/or experience.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to collect and relay basic facts.
Willingness to assist with more complex tasks, equipment, and procedures.
Ability to work with significant independence and follow safety policies and procedures.
Proficiency in standard office software applications.
Ability to work and contribute in a team environment that values inclusiveness, integrity, honesty, and openness.
Ability to perform physically demanding activities in all types of weather conditions.
Currently resides or is willing to relocate within 30 miles of the assigned reporting location.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including grasping, kneeling, lifting objects up to 50 pounds, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, visual and hearing tasks, walking on uneven or slippery terrain, entering and exiting excavations, and ascending and descending ladders, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and other devices.
Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and written information; work through complex problems and explore solutions; organize and prioritize short-term work; make decisions with moderate impact on the immediate work unit; follow instructions; complete routine forms and basic reports; and communicate by telephone.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent education and/or experience.
Desire to learn and advance as an Electrical Controls Technician.
Working knowledge of operations used in the maintenance of these facilities.

Responsibilities

Monitor, inspect, and maintain electrical systems and equipment, including switchgear, motors, generators, pumps, and fans.
Maintain DC systems, including batteries, chargers, rectifiers, and inverters.
Support maintenance of control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, control networks, and field devices such as sensors, switches, and actuators.
Maintain and test safety systems, including ESD panels, gas and flame detectors, and emergency activation devices.
Perform station maintenance activities, including mowing, wastewater and/or environmental compliance and documentation, gas loss reporting, daily station inspections, and station operations.
Recognize and respond to abnormal operating conditions, and complete accurate documentation and reports in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with team members and provide basic guidance to contractors or less experienced employees when required.
Follow company policies, SOPs, and O&M procedures.
Contribute to work planning and support continuous improvement and budgeting activities.
Work overtime, weekends, shifts, on call and standby, and travel overnight as required.