Electrical Controls Technician

OILGEAR TOWLER SA•Traverse City, MI

About The Position

The Electrical Controls Technician assembles, installs, modifies, and tests electrical components using blueprints, schematics, and written work instructions. The technician performs assembly and testing tasks as directed, works with control modules and precision equipment, and helps ensure assemblies meet engineering performance specifications, inspection requirements, and production and quality standards. The role requires understanding the production process, completing training across production areas, maintaining accurate records and inventory, and keeping the work area safe and orderly.

Requirements

Two years of experience in manufacturing or assembly.
Basic mechanical knowledge and above-average mechanical ability.
Mechanical aptitude with a technical specialty such as automotive, farm, industrial, oil and gas, instrument fitting, or mechanical technician work.
Ability to use a variety of precision test equipment, measuring instruments, and gauging devices.
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, procedures, hydraulic flows, and pressure transmitter graphs to test, identify leaks, and troubleshoot.
Demonstrated ability to perform inspection and testing and adhere to production and quality standards and drawing specifications for final and sub-assemblies.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot quality, product, or production issues and recommend resolutions.
Moderate degree of assembly skill and technique.
Experience and knowledge of basic mechanical principles, testing procedures, and basic hydraulics.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow processes, procedures, and policies.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervision, and management.

Nice To Haves

Subsea Blow Out Prevention controls experience is considered a plus.
Understanding of Allen-Bradley PLC modules, UPS battery backup systems, and control panels.

Responsibilities

Perform testing and assembly tasks as instructed by Shop Leads or the Operations Manager.
Assemble, install, modify, and test electrical components using blueprints, schematics, or written work instructions.
Assemble control modules using steel chassis, existing electronic assemblies, and point-to-point wiring.
Perform diversified assembly and test operations on intricate or large precision apparatus, machines, and equipment subject to critical tolerances and strict inspection and testing requirements.
Aid in planning assembly and testing procedures, and instruct and check the work of lower-classification Assemblers and General Laborers.
Fit, align, adjust, and perform secondary machining on products.
Perform complex testing procedures on sub-assemblies and units, and ensure completed assemblies are inspected and tested.
Work from complicated assembly drawings and specifications, using precision measuring instruments and gauging devices.
Produce quality assemblies, recognize possible defects or malfunctions, and take corrective action as required.
Understand assembly of sub-assemblies and final assemblies, and perform testing to ensure engineering performance specifications are met.
Maintain or exceed the approved production rate.
Complete training in all production areas and complete paperwork and records in a timely manner.
Support inventory accuracy and maintain clear communication with the next shift.
Report defective materials or questionable conditions through established processes.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area and equipment; perform light preventative maintenance and prescribed machine maintenance according to P.M. charts.
Maintain an acceptable attendance and overall work record, and purchase the tools required for the classification.