Electrical/Instrumentation Technician - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels MidlandDecatur, IL
Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, hourly position. The Electrical/Instrumentation Technician reports to the Glycols Electrical/Instrumentation Supervisor. The role involves utilizing developed skills to implement assigned activities of predictive, preventative, or planned maintenance programs supporting the plant's power, motor control, process control systems, or pneumatic systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, diagnosing, proposing, and implementing equipment repair activities, communicating job status via maintenance management software, verbal, or written communications, and adhering to all plant safety and operating guidelines, as well as electrical safety and maintenance practices. This position requires after-hours call-ins on a rotation schedule.

Requirements

  • College level classes preferred
  • Basic knowledge of AC/DC circuit theory
  • Basic knowledge of process sensors/transmitters
  • Basic knowledge of electrical safety devices (breakers, fuses, etc.)
  • Work in confined spaces and work with heights
  • Promotes the ADM Way and Core Values
  • Able to communicate with all levels of the organization
  • Must have a demonstrated history of safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve upon safety policies and procedures
  • Must be available for on-call, after hours needs

Nice To Haves

  • Basic knowledge using a HART communicator and laptop to communicate with instruments is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Good communication skills, conveying information both professionally and concisely
  • Actively champion and promote all safety related policies and programs to ensure colleague engagement and commitment to the benefits of working safe.
  • Perform as a team member while supporting the planned, preventative, and/or predictive maintenance activities that support the electrical and process control systems of the plant
  • Perform as a team member or independently to trouble-shoot, diagnose, and propose and implement electrical power and control equipment as well as process control component repair solutions
  • Comprehend and implement standard electrical work practices and guidelines to include those outlined by such organizations as the National Fire Protection Agency (NEC) and the IEEE to insure a quality as well as a compliant product
  • Utilize the functions of the maintenance management system to facilitate job plans and record maintenance activities on plant assets
  • Communicate job status and support requirements with co-workers and management for effective use of time while completing the assigned maintenance tasks
  • Must be On call and available for call-ins when it is your time in the rotation

Benefits

  • Weekly Pay
  • Benefits Start Day 1
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Health & Wellness Incentives
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • 401(k)/ESOP + Pension with ADM Match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance + Voluntary Life (employee, spouse, child)
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Perks at Work (employee discount program)
  • Paid time off including paid holidays.
  • Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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