Electrical Controls Technician

Carlisle Construction Materials•Carlisle, PA

62d•Onsite

About The Position

This position maintains and improves the control system reliability of automated production equipment. When production system performance falls below acceptable levels, they must support troubleshooting efforts to avoid or minimize interruptions to production. A successful controls technician has a keen eye for details an electrical aptitude and is very comfortable with computers and industrial controls software.

Requirements

Experience with wiring and programming Allen Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix & GE/Emerson 9030 and RX3i PLCs controls Preferred.
Knowledge of PLC language (ladder logic, structured text, etc.) .
Proficient in configuring, modifying, and troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, DC drives, VFDs etc.
Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems preferred.
High degree of skill with PCs and networking (installing software, changing adapter settings, navigating directory structures, change IP address, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to utilize electrical instruments, such as multimeters, in troubleshooting control systems.
Awareness of electrical codes such as NEC.
Inter-Personnel Skills – Including the ability to be a team player. The ability to pass on information & training to others.
Effective written and verbal communication.
Ability to interpret and redline electrical schematics.
Familiarity with electrical safe work practices.
Critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
Understanding of OSHA and related industrial safety protocols.
High School Diploma or GED and degree from technical school, or industrial maintenance certifications (PLC, Machine Logic, etc.)
Equivalent experience: High School Diploma or GED and 5+ years experience working as a control technician in an industrial manufacturing environment
Technical military specialties considered
Lifting – must be able to lift up to 50lbs
Pushing & Pulling – must be able to push and pull up to 50 lbs
Bending & Stooping – must be able to bend and stoop while working on low areas of machines
Reaching – must be able to reach above shoulder level
Climbing – while using stairs or ladders
Walking – must be able to walk to and from different areas of the Carlisle campus
Standing – must be able to stand for the majority of the shift
Sitting – while working at computers
Sight – must be able to see and recognize hazards, warnings, and equipment malfunctions
Grasping & Dexterity – must be able to use fingers and hands to operate tools
Talking & Hearing – must be able to effectively communicate with team members, supervisors, management, and other employees on the Carlisle campus

Responsibilities

Lead troubleshooter for electrical/automation issues on their respective shift. Assisting other electrical and mechanical technicians with preventative maintenance, breakdowns and misc. work orders as needed.
Installs, configures, maintains, or replaces industrial control devices such as HMIs, VFDs, PLCs.
Responds to significant plant downtime events and initiates problem solving activities.
Support implementation and improvement of preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
Supports new equipment installation and startup.
Select and procure replacement or upgrade hardware.
Perform needed calibration of electrical control components.
Work with controls engineering on controls-related projects.
Evaluate electrical equipment operation and suggest necessary action when malfunctions occur, or improvements are needed.
Complete preventive maintenance work orders. Capture and communicate associated data.
Maintain plant electrical control systems on equipment such as mixers, conveyors, compressors, hydraulics, motors, pneumatics, and pumps.
Research information required to maintain hardware and modify software. Attend training classes.
Comply with regulatory, Carlisle, & departmental policies, procedures, & standards.
Other duties as assigned.