Electrical Technician

Tangent Technologies, LLC•Montgomery, IL

3d•$35 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

This individual will play a critical hands-on role in troubleshooting and maintaining the electrical power and control systems of production equipment. Conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing.

Requirements

Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Wiring (including 120/480 Volts).
Ability to work safely and independently while troubleshooting and repairing electrical and controls problems on all equipment in assigned department.
Demonstrate understanding of proper safety practices as it relates to performing work on electrical equipment (LOTO & ARC-FLASH).
Possess specialized skill sets including: HMI, PLC, VFD, and Network Interfaces (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, ABB, Control Techniques).
Understanding of networks including Ethernet, DeviceNet, and/or Profinet.
Knowledge of Siemens S7 Family of PLCs and how to troubleshoot and make changes using SIMATIC Manager or TIA Portal.
Knowledge of Rockwell Family of PLCs and how to troubleshoot and make changes using RSLogix or SoftLogix Software.
Self-motivated and works independently to solve problems and implement solutions.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to develop good working relationships with peers and all levels of management.
Ability to maintain a good attendance record.
Ability and willingness to work scheduled on weekend on-call coverage.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Must have own tools.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CAD Systems(s).
Plastic Extrusion Experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and maintain electrical power and control systems of production equipment.
Conduct, maintain, test, and repair electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.
Apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles to determine equipment malfunctions and restore equipment to operation.
Provide skilled electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing.
Perform troubleshooting, preventive, and ongoing maintenance for production lines including electrical repairs.
Replace components such as motors and motor drives, pumps, sensors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and transmissions.
Make adjustments keeping in mind quality, tolerances, and order of operations.
Build and modify existing electrical controls systems for production equipment, including physical equipment.
Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines.
Troubleshoot and make changes to Siemens S7 Family of PLCs using SIMATIC Manager or TIA Portal.
Troubleshoot and make changes to Rockwell Family of PLCs using RSLogix or SoftLogix Software.
Maintain a good attendance record.
Ensure that the policies and procedures of the company are followed.
Work scheduled on-call coverage on weekends.