Electrical & Instrumentation Technician
About The Position
The purpose of this job is to install and maintain computerized process control instrumentation, inspect and troubleshoot faulty equipment, and maintain designated electronic and electric equipment. The role involves a variety of duties to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant process control systems, as well as maintaining records and systems to achieve a high standard of preventative maintenance work that meets quality engineering standards. The technician will also assist the electrical supervisor with the implementation of electrical automation systems for the computerized control of process equipment and maintain computerized control systems including Allen-Bradley PLCs and Foxboro DCS systems. Safety is paramount, requiring adherence to prescribed procedures and maintaining a clean and safe work area.
Requirements
- Minimum high school degree/GED.
- Must have knowledge of and abide by the National Electric Code.
- Ability to read and understand schematics and electrical diagrams.
- Full understanding of electrical/instrumentation systems.
- Must have a valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles between facilities.
- Initiative oriented; ability to independently perform job functions with minimal supervision.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
- Ability to do quality work safely.
Nice To Haves
- Higher education and/or licenses or certificates a plus.
Responsibilities
- Replace lighting fixtures, ballasts, and bulbs throughout plant, labs, and offices.
- Install conduit and pull wire for new installation or repair of lighting and electrical equipment.
- Troubleshoot three phase motor circuits including variable frequency drives and motor controls of all types.
- Install and/or replace electric motors, switches, receptacles, solenoids, thermocouples, fuses, transformers, sensors, transmitters, etc.
- Perform a variety of duties to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant process control systems.
- Maintain records and systems to achieve a high standard of preventative maintenance work that meets quality engineering standards.
- Assist electrical supervisor with implementation of electrical automation systems for the computerized control of process equipment.
- Maintain computerized control systems including Allen-Bradley PLCs and Foxboro DCS systems.
- Wear appropriate personal safety protection, follow prescribed procedures, and maintain a clean and safe work area.
Benefits
- FR rated uniforms that are provided by company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
