Electrical/PLC Technician

TenCate Protective Fabrics•Molena, GA

About The Position

The Electrical Technician performs skilled electrical and mechanical work, including troubleshooting, installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and fixtures in a Land Application System and related facilities. The role maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs production and plant equipment, including PLC controllers, HMIs, drives, and related electrical components. The position works closely with the Plant Engineer on production machinery upgrades and improvements and may assist mechanics and electricians with maintenance projects. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. It is full-time, with Monday-through-Friday work on second or third shifts, rotating weekend coverage, and occasional overtime as required. The employee must be available for emergency call-ins, including off-shifts, weekends, and holidays. Little to no travel is expected. The job operates in a manufacturing environment and routinely uses specialized equipment. The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, electrical current, moving mechanical parts, scaffolds and heights, and outdoor conditions that may involve extreme heat or cold. Appropriate personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and non-skid shoes, is required. Physical activities include talking, sitting, walking, standing, and hearing; reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching may also be required. The employee frequently lifts up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of trades experience, or equivalent technical training and experience.
Strong PC skills, including PLC programming and troubleshooting.
Strong knowledge of drives, controls, motors, and PLC applications.
Excellent troubleshooting skills for relay- and PLC-controlled machines.
Good interpersonal skills to work independently or as part of a team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with little supervision.
Availability for off-shifts, weekends, and holidays for on-call response to building or production emergencies.
High school diploma or GED.
Maintenance experience or certification.
Advanced electrical and electronics training or certification.
Familiarity with pumps and motors, including control and monitoring systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install production and plant equipment.
Troubleshoot and program PLC controllers, HMIs, and drives; maintain or modify PLC controllers and software using a personal computer or laptop.
Test and replace electrical components, including electronic drives, relays, switches, sensors, printed circuit boards, temperature controllers, and related equipment.
Diagnose malfunctioning transformers, motors, blowers, and lighting fixtures; install power-supply wiring and conduit for new and existing machinery.
Plan, lay out, and install electrical equipment controls and wiring for plant or production machinery.
Work out installation details, wire complicated circuits with numerous connections, perform standard tests, and make adjustments as required.
Assist with general repairs, new installations, and troubleshooting PLC-driven equipment.
Assist in instruction and training on electronic equipment as required.
Work with the Plant Engineer and make recommendations concerning production machinery upgrades or improvements.
Assist mechanics and electricians with general maintenance activities on special projects.
Respond to production- or plant-related emergencies through call-ins on weekends, off-shifts, holidays, and after hours.
Follow safety regulations and procedures; maintain orderly work areas and equipment and report unusual conditions to appropriate supervision.
Perform other related duties as assigned or directed.