Electrical Maintenance Technician

TALKE USA•Baytown, TX

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing calibration, repair, installation, and troubleshooting of machinery, instruments, process control systems, and equipment. Tests and repairs instrumentation systems utilized by production equipment to ensure adherence to established performance levels and product quality. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Lays out and wires control panels with components such as motor starters, PLCs, control relays, terminals, etc. Labels all wiring to print. Tests each console to ensure proper wiring. Calibrates sensors. Places consoles onto main systems and wires to all external devices per code. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

Requirements

High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Good working knowledge of SAP.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
Must be able to lift 55lbs.
Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
Walking, bending, stooping is required.
Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis.
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment.
Qualified / Competent in working on electrical systems up to 480Vac.
Safety in the forefront of every task performed.
LOTO, JSA, Hot Work Permits.
The ability to take callouts and work overtime is required.
High School Diploma.
3+ years I&E Experience (in the packaging industry preferred)
Experience working with electrical distribution and control systems up to 480 VAC, 3PH; able to efficiently troubleshoot, repair, and modify PLC based control systems; experience troubleshooting and applying pneumatic valves, actuators (pneumatic and electric), sensors (thermocouples, pressure transducers, etc.), electric motors, and other typical automation components.
Experience building machine control centers utilizing ladder diagrams and device documentation.
Must have experience with AC/DC ELECTRICAL, BLUEPRINT READING, PLC PROGRAMING SIEMENS, CONVEYOR LAYOUT, GEARBOXES, HYDRAULIC/PNEUMATIC.
Must be very detail oriented to ensure proper wiring and code compliance, while also being able to get work done on time to conform to production schedules.
Able to read and interpret ladder diagrams.
Must be able to work a rotating shift.

Nice To Haves

Prior SAP experience is a plus.
Prior experience in packaging as maintenance electrician/mechanic is preferred.
NCCER certified is a must.

Responsibilities

Lay out and wire control panels with components such as motor starters, PLCs, control relays, terminals, etc.
Label all wiring to print.
Test each console to ensure proper wiring.
Calibrate sensors.
Place consoles onto main systems and wire to all external devices per code.
Perform calibration, repair, installation, and troubleshooting of machinery, instruments, process control systems, and equipment.
Test and repair instrumentation systems utilized by production equipment to ensure adherence to established performance levels and product quality.
Ensure adherence to Safe working practices, policies, and procedures.
Carry out and develop Routine Preventative Maintenance systems.
Respond to emergency breakdowns on-site.
Wear special safety equipment while working.
Perform maintenance, fault finding and rectification of faults on electrical control systems.
Perform fault finding of DCS, PLC, and network IO systems.
Perform maintenance, fault finding and calibration of instrumentation and control equipment.
Install new equipment and relocate equipment.
Assist with mechanical and electrical improvements to plant and equipment.
Maintain and repair packaging control systems and related equipment.
Perform general facility maintenance.
Manage spare parts.
Ensure all documentation and recording of work is completed to a high standard.
Troubleshoot motors and controls.
Read mechanical/electrical blueprints.
Perform any other job duties as directed by Maintenance Manager/Supervisor.
Effectively communicate in English (speak, read and write), and be able to distinguish between various wiring colors.
Other duties as assigned by management.
Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and electrical controls issues in circuits containing transformers, disconnects, over current protection devices, and general control components (relays, timers, etc.).
Troubleshoot and resolve automated controls issues on PLC/computer-controlled production equipment.
Execute electrical and controls upgrades and repairs to equipment.