Electrical Maintenance Technician, 3rd Shift

Ferrara•Chicago, IL

10d•$46•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a talented Electrical Maintenance Technician to continue helping our organization grow and improve efficiencies. Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position will provide technical support, hands-on execution and direction to facilitate maintenance activities including troubleshooting, major overhauls, and critical downtimes.

Requirements

PLC troubleshooting along with VFDs
Ability to read and comprehend electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints, schematics, assembly drawings, operations and maintenance manuals, and other technical literature
Exhibit good communication and teamwork skills
Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards at all times and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating principles
This position requires knowledge and awareness of manufacturing and industrial sites
Protective gear will be required where appropriate
The position requires the ability to work overtime and weekends dependent on business needs
Related educational/training completion at a college or trade school institution
5 years of electrical or mechanical maintenance experience or a minimum of a combination of 3 years of experience and education

Responsibilities

Test performance of electromechanical assemblies 12v,24v,240v,480v,(AC/dc) using test instruments
Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly
Troubleshooting and replacing of PLC's (input and output), HMI’s, photo eyes, proximity switches, sensors, relays, and motor controls
Repair or calibrate assemblies or systems to meet operational specifications or tolerances
Perform preventative electrical and mechanical maintenance and repairs
Fabricate brackets and guards necessary for machine operation
Install, set up and troubleshoot A/C and D/C VFD’s
Diagnose cause of electrical and mechanical malfunction and failure of operational equipment, performing preventative and corrective maintenance
Recommend and initiate modification and replacement of equipment that failed to meet acceptable operating standards.
Collaborate with management to plan and execute preventive maintenance programs and to schedule inspections and major overhauls in coordination with other operating activities
Repair and replace low/high pressure pumps, diaphragm and piston pumps
Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in housing and assembly, using soldering equipment and hand tools
Diagnose cause of electrical and mechanical malfunction and failure of operational equipment, performing preventative and corrective maintenance
Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, and remove and replace worn and defective parts of drive mechanisms and systems
Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment and compliance
Follow NFPA 70E code